Cyrtodactylus spinosus, a gecko species from Southeast Asia, characterized by its spiny projections and nocturnal foraging behavior. With a diet primarily consisting of insects, this vulnerable species plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of its moist, tropical forest habitat.
Tag: tropical forests habitat
Cyrtodactylus batucolus
Cyrtodactylus batucolus is a vulnerable gecko species native to the tropical forests of Malaysia and Indonesia, characterized by its slender body, distinctive dark brown and yellow markings, and nocturnal behavior. Reaching lengths of 15 to 25 cm, this agile climber plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations while facing threats from habitat loss.</p>
Atheris acuminata
Discover the Atheris acuminata, or sharptail bush viper, a vibrant green and yellow-green snake native to the humid tropical forests of West and Central Africa. Known for its arboreal habits and distinctive sharp tail, it plays a crucial role in the ecosystem as a predator of small rodents and birds while being vulnerable due to habitat loss.