This time, I observed the newly discovered Yambaru ground gecko (Goniurosaurus nebulozonatus). Although I had previously observed this species when it was still classified as the Japanese ground gecko (Goniurosaurus kuroiwae), I paid closer attention to the differences this time.
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The first individual that appeared had a notable feature of the Yambaru ground gecko: the vertical stripe on its back often does not continue all the way down and tends to break. Rather than a pattern that breaks partway, this individual barely had any stripes on its back.
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When compared to the Japanese ground gecko, which inhabits southern Okinawa, the differences were striking. The Japanese ground gecko has a vivid orange stripe running down its back.
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I also encountered another individual. At first, I thought it was eating something, but it appeared to have something dropped on its head, possibly bat droppings. Nature can be harsh.
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Its belly was large, possibly carrying eggs, so I quickly took some photos and retreated. I caught a glimpse of the life of Yambaru ground geckos surviving in the harsh conditions of the Yambaru rain forest.
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