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Mossy leaf-tailed gecko on tree in Madagascar
This is a Mossy leaf-tailed gecko, a bizarre gecko endemic to Madagascar best known for its incredible camouflage. This one is sticking to a tree. From the front of the tree, you can hardly see it. Only a side shot like this will reveal the creature's bizarre face.
"Uroplatus sikorae" is a species of gecko commonly referred to as the Mossy leaf-tailed gecko. This species, endemic to Madagascar, is found in primary and secondary forests on the island. It has the ability to change its skin color to match its surroundings and possesses dermal flaps which break up its outline when at rest.
It is a CITES II protected animal due to habitat loss and overcollection for the pet trade.
Similar species: Snakes And Lizards
By Ferdy Christant
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Uploaded Dec 2, 2012. Captured Sep 3, 2012 12:22.
