Overview:-
- The satanic leaf-tailed gecko endemic to Madagascar is a master of camouflage. This amazing lizard can unbelievably camouflaged to resemble a dead leaf. Nobody can easily spot the leaf-tailed gecko when it’s resting over the leaf. This unique species of Madagascar can perfectly blend into its natural surroundings.
- The satanic leaf-tailed gecko only has a length between 10-15 cm. The coloration of leaf-tailed gecko is amazingly varied, ranges from grey, brown, tan, yellow and orange. They also have leaf-vein like lines on their body. So that the leaf-tailed gecko can easily mimic a dead leaf.
- The satanic leaf-tailed geckos are nocturnal reptiles. During day hours, they rest on tree branches or lie motionless over the dead leaves. They will blend into these surroundings in no time with their unique body shape and spectacular variability in coloration. Thus, the satanic leaf-tailed geckos can avoid the threat from potential predators like birds and snakes.
- The camouflage is not the only technique used by the satanic leaf-tailed geckos to avoid the threat. On facing a predator, they show off the brightly red colored mouth by open their jaws widely. In addition, they also display an erect tail. Thus, the satanic leaf-tailed geckos can confuse the predator and can escape from its sight.
