Heterodactylus septentrionalis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Heterodactylus septentrionalis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Atlantic Forest fragments continue to be cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in northeastern Brazil makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations isolated in small forest patches that lack connectivity for genetic exchange.
Habitat
This gecko inhabits the remaining fragments of Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) in northeastern Brazil, typically found in humid forest environments with dense canopy cover. The species appears to prefer areas with abundant leaf litter and fallen logs that provide shelter and foraging opportunities.
