Paroedura masobe
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Paroedura masobe, also called masobe gecko, is an endangered species of gekkonid gecko. They are known for their white-speckled dark skin and big eyes. The average life span of the Paroedura masobe is approximately eight years[citation needed]. Paroedura masobe reaches lengths of up to 17 centimetres (6.69 in).[3]
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Paroedura masobe | |
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Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Reptilia |
Order: | Squamata |
Family: | Gekkonidae |
Genus: | Paroedura |
Species: | P. masobe |
Binomial name | |
Paroedura masobe Nussbaum & Raxworthy, 1994 | |
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This rare species has been sought-after for the herpetoculture pet trade. It was listed on CITES Appendix II in 2017, following a 2016 proposal.[4]