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Large scaled thicktoed gecko

Pachydactylus scutatus
Large-scaled thick-toed geckos are nocturnal and terrestrial.

Large scaled thicktoed gecko

Introduction: Large-scaled thick-toed geckos (Pachydactylus scutatus) are nocturnal and terrestrial and live under rocks in arid veld. They are a small, round bodied creature with large scales on the back.

Distribution: North-western Namibia from Cape Cross to south Angola.

Diet: Small insects.

Colouring: Light greyish-brown on the back with some scattered dark blotches. The belly is dirty white.

Breeding: Females lay 2 eggs.

Size: SVL 30 to 40mm. Max SVL 42mm.

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