The Thick-tailed Gecko, Underwoodisaurus milii, can be recognised by its large head and colour pattern of dark background with numerous yellowish spots. The original tail is narrow at the base, then broadens and tapers over its length. It has a snout vent length of around 100 mm.
Photographer: Peter Robertson / Source: Wildlife Profiles Pty. Ltd.
Distribution and habitat
The Thick-tailed Gecko is widespread across the northwest of the state southwards to the Castlemaine area. It often lives in holes in the ground, although is also common in rocky outcrops in north central Victoria, where it hides under rocks.
A terrestrial species, its diet mainly consists of small invertebrates. Females of this species lay 2 eggs per clutch.
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