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Gekko ernstkelleri
Species of lizard From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Gekko ernstkelleri is a species of gecko, a lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to the Philippines.
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Etymology
The specific name, ernstkelleri, is in honor of Ernst Keller, who is a German supporter of gecko conservation.[2]
Geographic range
G. ernstkelleri is found on the northwest peninsula of the island of Panay in the Philippines.[3][4]
Description
The total length (including tail) of G. ernstkelleri can exceed 20 cm (7.9 in).[4]
Habitat
G. ernstkelleri lives in caves and near limestone outcrops in forested areas, as well as in disturbed areas near forests, at altitudes from sea level to 300 m (980 ft). It is locally common within its small range.[3]
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