Species information
Scientific name: Goniurosaurus sengokui
Japanese name: ケラマトカゲモドキ
Chinese name: 慶良間瞼虎
English name: Kerama ground gecko
Origin: Tokashikijima, Akajima
Ecology and description
Kerama ground gecko features about 3–4 light orange transverse bands on its back, and the front half of the body sometimes exhibits longitudinal stripes. Small, lighter-colored spots are usually visible between the bands. The iris is predominantly red to pink, and some individuals show orange hues.
※ Designated as a Natural Monument by Okinawa Prefecture
Field photographs taken during our tours, with observation dates
