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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