Sphaerodactylus poindexteri
# Sphaerodactylus poindexteri

Sphaerodactylus poindexteri is a small species of gecko, a lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to Útila, one of the Bay Islands of Honduras.

## Etymology

The specific name, poindexteri, is in honor of James A. Poindexter of the USNM Support Center in Suitland, Maryland.

## Habitat

The preferred habitat of S. poindexteri is leaf litter of Coccoloba uvifera and hardwood trees at altitudes of 3–10 m (9.8–32.8 ft).

