Malagasy dwarf gecko


The Malagasy dwarf gecko '', also known commonly as Klemmer's dwarf gecko, is a species of gecko, a lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to Madagascar.

Geographic range

L. klemmeri is found in western Madagascar in the Bemaraha region, including Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve.

Etymology

The specific name, klemmeri, is in honor of German herpetologist Konrad Klemmer.

Description

The throat of L. klemmeri is yellowish, with diagonal black stripes. The tail is distinctly whorled. Males have nine preanal pores.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of L. klemmeri is forest.

Behavior

L. klemmeri is diurnal, and arboreal.

Reproduction

L. klemmeri is oviparous.