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Mossy leaf-tailed gecko sticking to tree in Madagascar A bit of contrast and the right angle will reveal this beautiful Mossy leaf-tailed gecko on a tree in Madagascar, but trust me, you would not easily spot it when directly looking at it. Andasibe,Geotagged,Madagascar,Mossy leaf-tailed gecko,Uroplatus sikorae Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Mossy leaf-tailed gecko sticking to tree in Madagascar

A bit of contrast and the right angle will reveal this beautiful Mossy leaf-tailed gecko on a tree in Madagascar, but trust me, you would not easily spot it when directly looking at it.

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"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
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Dec 2, 2012. Captured Sep 3, 2012 12:21 in 2, Madagascar.
  • NIKON D7000
  • f/5.6
  • 1/200s
  • ISO500
  • 105mm