ARKive - Middle Eastern short-fingered gecko - Stenodactylus doriae- Related species

Species related to the Middle Eastern short-fingered gecko (Stenodactylus doriae)

Egyptian spiny-tailed lizard (Uromastyx aegyptia)
The largest member of its genus, the Egyptian spiny-tailed lizard is easily recognised by the relatively short and heavily spined tail that... More 14 Images 3 Videos
Sinai agama (Pseudotrapelus sinaitus)
Although drab and inconspicuous throughout much of the year, during the breeding season the male Sinai agama becomes instantly recognisable... More 11 Images 1 Video
Traganum (Traganum nudatum)
Information on Traganum nudatum is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 5 Images 0 videos
Booted eagle (Hieraaetus pennatus)
The booted eagle is a small, stocky eagle with a rounded head and heavily feathered legs. It occurs in two main colour forms that are almost... More 12 Images 1 Video
Cinereous bunting (Emberiza cineracea)
One of the least known bunting species in its range, the cinereous bunting is a rather drab, greyish to brownish bird with a white outer... More 6 Images 0 videos
Arabian oxeye (Anvillea garcinii)
The Arabian oxeye (Anvillea garcinii) is a woody perennial shrub with crinkly, oval, grey or grey-green leaves which taper towards the base... More 4 Images 0 videos
Tribulus (Tribulus bimucronatus)
Information on Tribulus bimucronatus is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 3 Images 0 videos
Rock semaphore gecko (Pristurus rupestris)
The rock semaphore gecko (Pristurus rupestris) is a tiny gecko which, like other members of the genus Pristurus, is notable for being active... More 7 Images 0 videos
Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera)
One of the oldest cultivated fruit crops, the date palm has long been harvested for its succulent, fleshy fruit which is a staple food for... More 17 Images 2 Videos
Stipagrostis (Stipagrostis drarii)
Information on Stipagrostis drarii is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 5 Images 0 videos
Astragalus (Astragalus vogelii)
Information on Astragalus vogelii is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 8 Images 0 videos
Stipagrostis (Stipagrostis lanata)
Information on Stipagrostis lanata is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 2 Images 0 videos
Ragged mallow (Abutilon pannosum)
The ragged mallow (Abutilon pannosum) is a shrubby herb with erect or spreading stems which branch out from the base. The stems are covered... More 2 Images 0 videos
Tamarisk (Tamarix aphylla)
Information on the tamarisk (Tamarix aphylla) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 9 Images 0 videos
Caspian plover (Charadrius asiaticus)
The Caspian plover is a slim, upright bird with long, thin legs which allow it to wade in shallow water, and a black, narrow, pointed bill... More 9 Images 0 videos
Lesser Egyptian jerboa (Jaculus jaculus)
This small rodent is sometimes likened to a tiny kangaroo due to its incredibly large hind legs, and hopping form of locomotion. The lesser... More 10 Images 0 videos
Alhagi (Alhagi graecorum)
Information on Alhagi graecorum is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 3 Images 0 videos
Trumpeter finch (Bucanetes githagineus)
The trumpeter finch (Bucanetes githagineus) is often a difficult species to spot as its greyish-brown plumage camouflages it perfectly... More 8 Images 1 Video
Wadi racer (Platyceps rhodorachis)
The wadi racer (Platyceps rhodorachis) is a long, slender and fast-moving snake, with a narrow head and long, tapering tail. The eyes are... More 4 Images 0 videos
Tamarisk (Tamarix passerinoides)
Information on Tamarix passerinoides is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 1 Image 0 videos
Blue-cheeked bee-eater (Merops persicus)
The blue-cheeked bee-eater is named for the blue stripes above and below the eyes, which sometimes, when the plumage is worn, can appear... More 18 Images 7 Videos
Desert gourd (Citrullus colocynthis)
Information on the desert gourd is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 9 Images 0 videos
Desert wheatear (Oenanthe deserti)
As its name suggests, the desert wheatear (Oenanthe deserti) is a desert-dwelling bird, with largely sandy-brown plumage which matches well... More 14 Images 0 videos
Halopyrum (Halopyrum mucronatum)
Information on Halopyrum mucronatum is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 4 Images 0 videos
Puncture vine (Tribulus omanense)
A branching desert shrub that is superbly adapted to arid environments, Tribulus omanense has a stout base and very long tap roots... More 1 Image 0 videos
Kherman (Spergula fallax)
Information on kherman (Spergula fallax) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 5 Images 0 videos
Blanford’s fox (Vulpes cana)
Although lacking the bold colouring of the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) with which it coexists, Blanford’s fox is no less striking. The coat is... More 6 Images 2 Videos
Needle bush (Acacia farnesiana)
Information on the needle bush (Acacia farnesiana) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 2 Images 0 videos
Small whitethroat (Sylvia minula)
Information on the small whitethroat is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 2 Images 0 videos
Lesser sand plover (Charadrius mongolus)
The lesser sand plover is a small wading shorebird with greyish-brown upperparts, a white abdomen and throat, and a black forehead. During... More 14 Images 2 Videos

Latest from the ARKive blog

ARKive.org is the place for films, photos and facts about endangered species. Subscribe to our blog today to keep up to date!

To see the latest posts from ARKive please visit http://blog.arkive.org or enable javascript.

What's new

New profile for the Endangered Vences' chameleon. More

Endangered species

Climate change has been linked to an increase in forest fires, a real threat to the koala. More