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13 October, 2025
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A new species of bent-toed gecko, Cyrtodactylus vanarakshaka, has recently been recorded from the montane forests of central Assam.
Scientific Classification: It belongs to the Cyrtodactylus khasiensis group, a family of geckos characterized by their distinctive bent toes.
Location: This species was spotted in the forested slopes of Dima Hasao’s Jatinga, which is a unique ecological transition zone located within the Barail Hills in Assam.
Name Origin: The gecko species is named vanarakshaka, derived from the Sanskrit words:
Vana (forest)
Rakshaka (protector)
The name vanarakshaka honors the Assam Forest Department, which plays a significant role in the conservation and protection of forests.
Endemic Species: The species is known for its high levels of endemism and restricted distribution, making it a rare and important discovery in the region.
Significance: This new finding brings the total number of Cyrtodactylus species known from Assam to five.
Reptile Family: Geckos are small, mostly nocturnal lizards that belong to several families, including:
Carphodactylidae
Diplodactylidae
Eublepharidae
Gekkonidae
Phyllodactylidae
Sphaerodactylidae
Global Distribution: Geckos are found on all continents except Antarctica. They thrive in diverse habitats, ranging from tropical rainforests to arid deserts and cold mountain slopes.
Habitat & Behavior:
Geckos are highly adaptable and can live in a variety of environments.
They are mostly small and exhibit colorful patterns.
Many species are nocturnal, hunting and navigating their habitats at night.
Source: THE HINDU
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