Briefing: Two new gecko species discovered in Vietnam

The recent identification of two new species of half leaf-fingered geckos (Hemiphyllodactylus) in Vietnam adds to the complexity of this diverse group, which now includes over 70 recognized species.

These geckos are distributed across a wide geographical range, from southern India and Sri Lanka, through Indochina and Southeast Asia, extending to the western Pacific region.

This discovery underscores the importance of ongoing biodiversity assessments and the need for conservation efforts in these ecosystems, as they play a critical role in regional ecological dynamics.