Kluge's Gecko
Diplodactylus klugei
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyDiplodactylidae (Australasian Geckos)
- GenusDiplodactylus (Stone and Fat-tailed Geckos)
- SpeciesDiplodactylus klugei (Kluge's Gecko)
About the Kluge's Gecko
Diplodactylus klugei is a species of gecko, a lizard in the family Diplodactylidae. The species is endemic to Australia. The specific name, klugei, is in honor of American herpetologist Arnold G. Kluge. D. klugei is slender-bodied. The rostral is in contact with the nostril. The subdigital lamellae are granular, with the terminal plates enlarged.
D. klugei is found in the Australian state of Western Australia. The preferred natural habitats of D. klugei are desert, grassland, and savanna. D. klugei is terrestrial. D. klugei is oviparous. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Kluge's Gecko in Ningaloo Marine Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ningaloo Marine Park | 🇦🇺 Australia |
More parks will be added in future updates.