This is an Anjouan Day Gecko (Phelsuma v-nigra anjouanensis), endemic to the island of Anjouan. It also inhabits human-modified habitats. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for ...

The island has the rare distinction of hosting two unique breeds after the discovery of a leaf-tailed gecko in 2023. A new lizard species, dubbed the Scawfell Island sunskink (Lampropholis isla ...