Spotted giant gecko
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Hemidactylus hunae

The spotted giant gecko (Hemidactylus hunae ) is a species of gecko endemic to island of Sri Lanka.

Appearance

Snout somewhat pointed. Forehead with large scattered scales. Back with 15-20 rows of tubercles. Ventrals smooth. Fingers and toes with divided scansors. Males are with 19-25 femoral pores. Mental scales are as long as wide.Dorsum grayish brown, with black blotches that are expanded into rhomboidal marks. Two dark streaks found along the eyes. Venter unpatterned creamy colored.

Distribution

Geography

The largest gecko found in Sri Lanka, inhabiting outcrops of the dry and intermediate regions of the island. Localities includes Nilgala, Okanda, Panamure, and Rambukkana.

Mating Habits

2 eggs are produced at a time measuring 10 * 12mm in March and August. Hatchlings measure 33m.

References

1. Spotted giant gecko Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spotted_giant_gecko

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