About Sphaerodactylus difficilis Barbour, 1914
Taxonomy and Common Names
Sphaerodactylus difficilis, commonly called the Hispaniolan eyespot sphaero or difficult least gecko, is a species of lizard that belongs to the family Sphaerodactylidae.
Distribution
This species is endemic to the island of Hispaniola.
Juvenile Coloration
Juvenile Sphaerodactylus difficilis have horizontal stripes across their bodies, though these stripes do not extend to their heads and necks.
Adult Coloration
When individuals reach adulthood, brown spots develop on their backs.
