Lepidodactylus herrei explained

Lepidodactylus herrei, known commonly as the Negros scaly-toed gecko or the white-lined smooth-scaled gecko, is a species of gecko, a lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to the Philippines.

Etymology

The specific name, herrei, is in honor of American ichthyologist Albert William Herre.[1]

Geographic range

In the Philippines L. herrei is found on the islands of Cebu and Negros.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of L. herrei are savanna, forest, and freshwater wetlands, but it has also been found in modified habitats such as coconut groves and urban areas.

Reproduction

L. herrei is oviparous.

Subspecies

Including the nominotypical subspecies, there are two subspecies which are recognized as being valid.

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. [species:Bo Beolens|Beolens, Bo]