methuen's dwarf gecko (lygodactylus methueni) in Methuen's dwarf geckos inhabit dense tropical forests with ample vegetation for climbing and hiding.
endangered

methuen's dwarf gecko

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lygodactylus methueniESA Categories -reptiles
  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    methuen's dwarf gecko

  • Regions

    South AfricaMadagascar

  • Population

    The population of Methuen's dwarf geckos is estimated to be around 10,000 individuals.

  • Habitat

    Methuen's dwarf geckos inhabit dense tropical forests with ample vegetation for climbing and hiding.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.02 - 0.04 lbs and 3 - 5 years

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