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Mniarogekko chahoua

Mniarogekko chahoua

The Mniarogekko chahoua, also known as the Chahoua Gecko, is a unique lizard that loves to climb trees. It has a special ability to change color and can blend in with its surroundings!

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Mniarogekko chahoua has a stocky body covered in distinctive bumpy or mossy scales, which provides excellent camouflage. Its coloration ranges from greens and browns to reddish hues, often with white or cream markings, making it blend seamlessly with bark and lichen.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassSquamataOrderLacertiliaFamilyDiplodactylidaeGenusMniarogekko
Mniarogekko chahoua
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Mniarogekko chahoua

Category

Reptiles

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Chahoua geckos are sometimes called "mossy geckos" because of their bumpy skin!

These geckos can be found sleeping upside down, clinging to branches with ease!

They communicate using soft chirps and squeaks, especially when looking for a mate.

Unlike many lizards, Chahoua geckos don't have eyelids; they lick their eyes clean!

Special abilities

Ability

Climbing Claws

Mniarogekko chahoua has specialized toe pads with millions of tiny hairs that help them stick to almost any surface for expert climbing.

Ability

Tail Trickery

Mniarogekko chahoua can detach its tail when startled, which helps them escape from predators by creating a diversion.

Ability

Night Vision

Mniarogekko chahoua has large, vertically-slit pupils that help them see very well in low light, making them excellent night hunters.

Measurements & details

Length
25-30 cm
Weight
0.04-0.07 kg
Lifespan
15-20 years
Top Speed
0.5 km/h
Clutch Size
2
Incubation
60-90 days

Diet & Feeding

Chahoua geckos are omnivores, munching on insects, small critters, and yummy fruits!

Primary Foods

  • Crickets
  • Roaches
  • Small invertebrates
  • Fruit pulp
  • Nectar
  • Pollen

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

eats

New Caledonian Persimmon

Diospyros pancheri

Feeds on its ripe fruits and nectar.

hunts

Two-spotted Cricket

Gryllus bimaculatus

Actively hunts and preys on these common insects.

eaten by

Brown Goshawk

Accipiter fasciatus

Can fall prey to this native bird of prey.

Traits

Also known as

Chahoua Gecko

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch geckos from a distance and don't try to touch them, as they can be shy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Mniarogekko chahoua?

25-30 cm

How much does Mniarogekko chahoua weigh?

0.04-0.07 kg

How long does Mniarogekko chahoua live?

15-20 years

How fast can Mniarogekko chahoua move?

0.5 km/h

What does Mniarogekko chahoua eat?

Chahoua geckos are omnivores, munching on insects, small critters, and yummy fruits!

Where is Mniarogekko chahoua usually found?

Forests

How does Mniarogekko chahoua hunt?

Ambush

How many eggs does Mniarogekko chahoua lay?

2

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