Cochran's Least Gecko
Sphaerodactylus cochranae
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilySphaerodactylidae (Sphaeros and Allies)
- GenusSphaerodactylus (Sphaeros)
- SpeciesSphaerodactylus cochranae (Cochran's Least Gecko)
About the Cochran's Least Gecko
Sphaerodactylus cochranae, commonly known as Cochran's least gecko, is a critically endangered species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. It is endemic to Hispaniola, specifically found within the Los Haitises National Park and adjacent karst regions in the Dominican Republic.
Sphaerodactylus cochranae is a small gecko, with adult males reaching a maximum snout-vent length (SVL) of 30 mm and females up to 28 mm. The species is characterized by its distinctive dorsal scales, which are large, acute, strongly keeled, and imbricate, numbering 20–23 from axilla to groin. The dorsal coloration is not sexually dichromatic, featuring a yellowish-brown to tan ground color with three dark-brown to black longitudinal stripes extending onto the tail. Ventral scales are smooth and cycloid, contributing to its unique appearance among its congeners.
The species is named in honor of Doris Mable Cochran, a distinguished American herpetologist and curator at the National Museum of Natural History, recognizing her contributions to the study of Hispaniolan herpetofauna. Sphaerodactylus cochranae is exclusively found in the karstic... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Cochran's Least Gecko in Los Haitises National Park
LIVEiNaturalistClosest Relatives at Los Haitises National Park
Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Haitises National Park | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
More parks will be added in future updates.