22 Feb 2022 ‘Bent-toed Gecko’
Bent-toed Gecko – Today Current Affairs
- Recently a team of veterinarians has recorded the presence of a new species of ‘Bent-toed Gecko’ lizard in a wild part of Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya.
- Its scientific name is ‘Crytodactylus Exercitus’ and its English name is ‘Indian Army’s Bent-Toed Gecko’.
- Apart from this, another new ‘Bent-toed Gecko’ was named ‘Cyrtodactylus siahaensis’ after the Siaha district of Mizoram (where it was found).
- A herpetologist or herpetologist is a person who specializes in the study of reptiles and amphibians.
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Geckos:
- Gecko comes under the reptile category of fauna and is found in all continents except Antarctica.
- These colorful lizards have adapted to habitats ranging from rainforests to deserts and cold mountain slopes.
- In the past, geckos have developed certain physical characteristics to survive and avoid predators.
- Geckos serve many purposes with their tails. It helps them to balance their weight while climbing branches and acts as a fuel tank to store fat as well as help them to become invisible in the environment.
- Geckos are able to drop their tail while being caught by the hunter. The Hindu Analysis.
- Most gecko species are nocturnal, meaning they are active at night, but gecko species that are active during the day depend on pollen from insects, fruits and flowers.
- Most geckos make noises such as chirping, barking and clicking when they are defending their territory or attracting a mate. Today Current Affairs.
- There are many species of geckos. Their conservation status ranges from Least Concern- LC to Critically Endangered, depending on the species.
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