Gallery description : leaf tailed gecko

Leaf (uroplatus) is a reptile type animal. It inhabits dense tropical jungle. The animal weights about 10g - 30g (0.35oz - 1oz) and average life span is 2 - 9 years. Owls, rats, snakes predators are dangerous for leafs. See the table below to learn more facts.

Facts about leafs
NameLeaf
ColourGreen, black, brown, tan
Life Span2 - 9 years
ClassReptilia
Skin TypeScales
KingdomAnimalia
Average Clutch Size3
TypeReptile
FamilyGekkonidae
PredatorsOwls, rats, snakes
Top Speed48km/h (30mph)
GenusUroplatus
Scientific NameUroplatus
DietCarnivore
Distinctive FeaturesSticky toes and broad, flattened tail
OrderSquamata
Conservation StatusThreatened
Size (L)10cm - 30cm (4in - 12in)
Main PreySpiders, insects, worms
LifestyleSolitary
HabitatDense tropical jungle
Weight10g - 30g (0.35oz - 1oz)
PhylumChordata
Image Details
Description Leaf tailed gecko. Description Leaf Tailed Gecko P9240101.JPG
Width 2174 pixels
Heigh 1541 pixels
File type JPG
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