Sphaerodactylus savagei


Sphaerodactylus savagei, also known commonly as the Altagracia speckled sphaero or Savage's least gecko, is a small species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to the Dominican Republic.

Etymology

The specific name, savagei, is in honour of American herpetologist Jay M. Savage.

Habitat

The preferred habitats of S. savagei are rocky areas and forests at altitudes of

Reproduction

S. savagei is oviparous.

Subspecies

Two subspecies are recognized as being valid, including the nominotypical subspecies.
  • Sphaerodactylus savagei juanilloensis
  • ''Sphaerodactylus savagei savagei''