Sphaerodactylus notatus
Sphaerodactylus notatus, also known as the reef gecko or brown-speckled sphaero, is a small species of gecko native to the Caribbean and Southeastern United States.
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Family: | Sphaerodactylidae |
| Genus: | Sphaerodactylus |
| Species: | S. notatus |
| Binomial name | |
| Sphaerodactylus notatus Baird, 1859 | |
Distribution
It is found in Cuba and the Bahamas. It is one of the few geckos native to the United States.
It can be found in both natural and man-made habitats. It is mainly found in damp forests, under logs, or in hollow logs.
Description
Sphaerodactylus notatus is a small lizard, about two inches long. It feeds on insects and spiders.
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