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finding tank mates for my Dune gecko

UroJade Feb 03, 2004 02:45 PM

i wanted to get pair of females to live with him but how will i be able to get them if he doesnt have a species name
here's his picture if you didnt see him yet

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italvital Feb 03, 2004 06:37 PM

They do have a species name, a temporary one, until they can get a more permanent one (however taxons occasionally change them). They are Stenodactylus species, or Stenodactylus sp., abbreviated. It is a bit of work to find another of the exact same undescribed species, or subspecies (of a described or undescribed species), but it can be done. Just check with places that are advertising "Stenodactylus", "dune geckos," or other common and scientific names. Most-likely only one of two have their advertised species correctly identified. So ask for photos, origin, size, etc.. I know people breeding the species you have, but their animals are cooling now. Most importers or dealers will have the species you have labeled as Stenodactylus petrii. Just ask for a representative photo.
Ashton

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