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Leaf-toed gecko

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Leaf-toed gecko is a common name for some species and genera of gecko and refers to a divided, expanded adhesive pad at the distal end of the toe, resembling a ginkgo leaf. Members of the following genera are commonly called "leaf-toed" geckos:

The family Phyllodactylidae is also referred to as the "leaf-toed geckos" even though not all members of the family share this unique adaptation.

References

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  1. ^ Bates, M.F.; Branch, W.R.; Conradie, W. (2018). "Cryptactites peringueyi". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2018: e.T41229A115654342. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-2.RLTS.T41229A115654342.en. Retrieved 12 November 2021.