Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis

In this article, we will explore the topic of Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis in depth, analyzing its origins, evolution, impact and possible future prospects. Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis has been the subject of interest and debate throughout history, influencing various aspects of society, culture and politics. Throughout the next sections, we will delve into its meaning, its implications and its relevance in the current context, shedding light on the various facets that make up this phenomenon. Additionally, we will examine different approaches and opinions to offer a comprehensive and balanced view, providing the reader with a broader and deeper understanding of Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis.

Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Sphaerodactylidae
Genus: Sphaerodactylus
Species:
S. grandisquamis
Binomial name
Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis
Stejneger, 1904
Subspecies
  • S. g. ateles - Thomas & Schwartz, 1966
  • S. g. grandisquamis - Stejneger, 1904
  • S. g. guarionex - Thomas & Schwartz, 1966
  • S. g. mimetes - Thomas & Schwartz, 1966
  • S. g. phoberus (see text) - Thomas & Schwartz, 1966
  • S. g. spanius - Thomas & Schwartz, 1966
  • S. g. stibarus - Thomas & Schwartz 1966

The big-scaled dwarf gecko, big-scaled least gecko, or cotton ginner (Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis) is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. It is endemic to Puerto Rico. Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis was formerly a subspecies of Sphaerodactylus macrolepis but was elevated to full species status using a combination of molecular and morphological data. Sphaerodactylus g. phoberus is no longer considered valid and was synonymized with S. g. grandiquamis.

References

  1. ^ Sphaerodactylus grandisquamis at the Reptarium.cz Reptile Database. Accessed 24 February 2020.
  2. ^ a b c Daza, J.D.; Pinto, B.J.; Thomas, R.; Herrera-Martinez, A.; Scantlebury, D.P.; Padilla García, L.F.; Balaraman, R.P.; Perry, G.; Gamble, T. (2019). "The sprightly little sphaerodactyl: Systematics and biogeography of the Puerto Rican dwarf geckos Sphaerodactylus (Sphaerodactylidae, Gekkota)". Zootaxa. 4712 (2): 151–201. doi:10.11646/zootaxa.4712.2.1. PMID 32230683.