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Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko (Bauerius ansorgii)

Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko

Bauerius ansorgii

About the Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko

Bauerius ansorgii is a species of gecko, a lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is indigenous to the west coast of Southern Africa.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko?

The scientific name of the Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko is Bauerius ansorgii.

How many Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko sightings have been recorded?

3 observations of the Ansorge's Leaf-toed Gecko have been recorded on iNaturalist.

3 observations on iNaturalist

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