Banded Toed Gecko
Saurodactylus fasciatus
Saurodactylus fasciatus, also known as the banded-toed gecko or banded lizard-fingered gecko, is a species of lizards in the family Gekkonidae endemic to Morocco.
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Taxonomy & Classification
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Squamata
Family
Sphaerodactylidae
Genus
Saurodactylus
Banded Toed Gecko belongs to the family Sphaerodactylidae, order unknown, within the Squamata class.
Species Profile
Saurodactylus fasciatus, also known as the banded-toed gecko or banded lizard-fingered gecko, is a species of lizards in the family Gekkonidae endemic to Morocco.
The Banded Toed Gecko faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development across its range. Climate change poses additional risks by altering temperature and humidity patterns critical for this species' survival, while collection for the pet trade has placed pressure on wild populations.
Key Facts
Habitat & Distribution
This species inhabits tropical and subtropical forests, rocky outcrops, and woodland areas with adequate tree cover and crevices for shelter. It typically occurs in areas with moderate to high humidity and temperatures, often found on tree bark, rock faces, and in forest understory environments.
Threats
Agricultural expansion and land conversion
Habitat loss from deforestation
Climate change impacts
Collection for pet trade
Urban development and infrastructure
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Sources & Attribution
How to Cite
IUCN: IUCN (2025). The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2025-1. Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2025-1.RLTS
GBIF: GBIF.org (2025). GBIF Home Page. Available at: https://www.gbif.org
This page: SpeciesRadar (2025). Banded Toed Gecko (Saurodactylus fasciatus). SpeciesRadar: Intelligence for Earth's Biodiversity. Available at: https://speciesradar.org/species/banded-toed-gecko