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Paraguanan Ground Gecko

Lepidoblepharis montecanoensis

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Paraguanan Ground Gecko faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to expanding agricultural activities and urban development on the Paraguaná Peninsula. Its extremely restricted range makes the species particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and human disturbances. Introduced predators and competitors may also pose significant risks to this endemic gecko's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic gecko inhabits dry coastal scrublands and rocky outcrops on the Paraguaná Peninsula in northwestern Venezuela. It typically occurs in xerophytic vegetation zones with sparse ground cover and scattered rocks that provide shelter and hunting grounds.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paraguanan Ground Gecko classified as Endangered?
Paraguanan Ground Gecko is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. The Paraguanan Ground Gecko faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to expanding agricultural activities and urban development on the Paraguaná Peninsula. Its extremely restricted range makes the species particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and human disturbances. Introduced predators and competitors may also pose significant risks to this endemic gecko's survival.
Where does Paraguanan Ground Gecko live?
Paraguanan Ground Gecko occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Paraguanan Ground Gecko?
The main threats to Paraguanan Ground Gecko are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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