Mahajanga Leaf-toed Gecko
Paroedura tanjaka
- Endangered
- Card rarity: Epic
- Reptiles
Paroedura tanjaka is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. It is endemic to northwestern Madagascar, and is currently known only to occur in Bemaraha and Namoroka. This nocturnal species is found in karstic dry forests at night, and is known to dwell in caves during the day. It is one of the largest species in the genus Paroedura, reaching up to 18 cm in length.
Classification
- Class
- Reptilia
- Order
- Squamata
- Family
- Gekkonidae
- Genus
- Paroedura