- Source: Lygodactylus karamoja
Lygodactylus karamoja is a species of dwarf gecko discovered in Uganda in 2023. It is named after the Karamajong people. L. karamoja inhabits "lowland savannahs" in East Africa.
Discovery
After researching in 2015, a team of scientists in Uganda, exploring the rainforest in 2023 found a pregnant dwarf gecko and 7 lizards perched on a tree. They picked it up as a new species.
Distribution
Lygodactylus karamoja is only known from eastern Uganda. It is possible that its true range extends into Kenya and South Sudan.
Description
= Size
=The Karamoja dwarf gecko is relatively large for dwarf geckos, at 3 in (7.6 cm) in length.
= Appearance
=Karamojas are brown or coral all throughout with yellowish white underside. Its scales have a mix of white, black, and brown shades. 2 black V-shaped marking bands can be found under their heads, pointing forwards.