Satanic Leaf-Tailed Gecko Facts

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The name "satanic leaf-tailed gecko" refers to the creature's head and eyes.

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The words "flat," "tail," and "imaginary" are in the scientific name.

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These geckos have incredible camouflage skills, which is one of their most distinguishing characteristics.

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Leaf-tailed geckos have vertical pupils with a pattern of pinholes that get bigger at night.

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When threatened, they can produce complex mating calls in addition to loud distress calls.

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Between 97 and 148 teeth may be present in their lower jaw, and between 112 and 169 teeth may be present in their upper jaw.

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A gecko's sex can be determined as soon as it hatches.

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