Algerian Sand Gecko

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Tropiocolotes algericus

Algerian Sand Gecko, a reference photo
Photo: Melvin TOULLEC · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The Algerian sand gecko (Tropiocolotes algericus) is a species of gecko of the genus Tropiocolotes. It is found in all the Maghreb countries with the exception of Libya.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Algerian Sand Gecko being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Gekkonidae
Species
Tropiocolotes algericus

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