Small gecko hiding amidst trees, Ankarafantsika, Madagascar

Not entirely sure yet on the species. Will check with an expert.

comments (3)

John Sullivan

Lion

Hi Ferdy! I am not certain, but my best guess is that this is Blaesodactylus antongilensis (Antongil Velvet Gecko). They have reddish-golden brown eyes, which is pretty distinctive. I first thought it could be a Lygodactylus species, but Lygodactylus have round pupils, which yours clearly does not. Glaw & Vences do report B. antongilensis from Ankarafantsika. Posted 9 years ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  Thank you so much, John, fully trusting your judgement here and the logic seems sound. Posted 9 years ago
2. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  John, wanted to do a quick double check whether you think this is the same species?
  
  Thanks! Posted 9 years ago