South American gecko
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Gonatodes eladioi

The South American gecko (Gonatodes eladioi) is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to Brazil.

Animal name origin

The specific name, eladioi, is in honor of Brazilian zoologist Eladio da Cruz Lima (1900–1943).

Distribution

Geography

G. eladioi is found in the Brazilian state of Pará.

Habits and Lifestyle

G. eladioi is diurnal.

Mating Habits

G. eladioi is oviparous.

References

1. South American gecko Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_American_gecko

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