Gekko ernstkelleri explained

Gekko ernstkelleri is a species of gecko, a lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to the Philippines.

Etymology

The specific name, ernstkelleri, is in honor of Ernst Keller, who is a German supporter of gecko conservation.^[1]

Geographic range

G. ernstkelleri is found on the northwest peninsula of the island of Panay in the Philippines.^[2]

Description

The total length (including tail) of G. ernstkelleri can exceed 20cm (10inches).

Habitat

G. ernstkelleri lives in caves and near limestone outcrops in forested areas, as well as in disturbed areas near forests, at altitudes from sea level to . It is locally common within its small range.

Further reading

• Rösler H, Siler CD, Brown RM, Demegillo AD, Gaulke M (2006). "Gekko ernstkelleri sp. n. – a new gekkonid lizard from Panay Island Philippines". Salamandra 42 (4): 197–211.

Notes and References

1. [species:Bo Beolens|Beolens, Bo]
2. Diesmos, A. . Gaulke, M. . Demegillo, A. . Brown, R. . 2009 . Gekko ernstkelleri . 2009 . e.T169836A6680355 . 10.2305/IUCN.UK.2009-2.RLTS.T169836A6680355.en . 20 November 2021.