MadagascarEndemic to Madagascar, the Leaf-tailed Gecko is an insectivore species inhabiting rainforests, madagascar habitats. Weighing Up to 250 g, it is classified as Not Evaluated.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Leaf-tailed Gecko | Insectivore Reptiles Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 250 g | 375 g | ↓ 33% |
| Height | 25 cm | — | — |
| Avg Speed | 0.9 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Leaf-tailed Gecko inhabits rainforests, madagascar habitats. It can be found in Madagascar.
Typical coloring: Various.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Leaf-tailed Gecko is a solitary species belonging to the Gekkonidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NE The Leaf-tailed Gecko is classified as Not Evaluated. There are 15 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 4 insectivore reptiles, the Leaf-tailed Gecko’s weight of Up to 250 g is lower than the group median of 375 g.
Weight rank: #9 of 15 Not Evaluated species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coelacanth | Up to 90 kg | NE |
| 2 | Arowana | Up to 6.7 kg | NE |
| 3 | Amazon Rainforest Frog | Up to 0.5 g | NE |
| 4 | Bearded Dragon | Up to 600 g | NE |
| 5 | Blue Morpho Butterfly | Up to 0.028 g | NE |
Related Species
How much does a Leaf-tailed Gecko weigh?
A Leaf-tailed Gecko typically weighs Up to 250 g, which is below average compared to the median of 375 g among insectivore reptiles.
What is the conservation status of the Leaf-tailed Gecko?
The Leaf-tailed Gecko is classified as “Not Evaluated”. There are 15 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Leaf-tailed Gecko live?
The Leaf-tailed Gecko is found in Madagascar, in rainforests, madagascar habitats.
How does the Leaf-tailed Gecko reproduce?
The Leaf-tailed Gecko has a gestation period of 45–60 days and typically produces 1-2 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026