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Cyrtodactylus macrotuberculatus
This gecko species was newly described in 2008, and was one of 6 seen over 2 nights in Langkawi, Malaysia. Upon approaching this individual to take a picture, the gecko jumped from the rock he was standing on and landed in the shallows at the side of a stream, where he remained motionless despite me getting close to take photos. Although obviously a gecko, from a distance and sat in water, it looked remarkably similar to a young alligator.
Spotted on Jan 10, 2014
Submitted on Jan 10, 2014
11 Comments
Thanks for the information. Doreen
Fun fact! It is estimated that only 14% of all the Earth’s species have been discovered, and every year many new species of animal are discovered. This gecko species was first described in 2008. Who knows what exciting new discoveries await us in 2014!
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Fabulous! Thanks for sharing such a cool event!
that is the coolest gecko i have ever seen.
great spotting....
What a smart-looking Gecko - lovely shot too ! Thanks Kristian
Very cool spotting! Congrats on finding such a new and rare animal!
Nice shot!
No words good enough to describe how great this one is!
Wonderful capture!
Fabulous photo. What a great spotting. Doesn't look too macrotuberculatus. Our geckos seem to remain away from water. Thanks for sharing this one.