The brilliant South American gecko (Gonatodes ceciliae), also known commonly as the brilliant clawed gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is native to northern South America.
The specific name, ceciliae, is in honor of Cecilia Donoso-Barros, who is the daughter of Chilean herpetologist Roberto Donoso-Barros.
Gonatodes ceciliae is found in Trinidad and Venezuela.
The preferred natural habitat of Gonatodes ceciliae is forest, at altitudes from sea level to .
Only males of Gonatodes ceciliae have brilliant coloration. Females are grayish brown, with darker blotches.
Gonatodes ceciliae is diurnal.
Gonatodes ceciliae preys upon small arthropods and small snails.
Gonatodes ceciliae is oviparous.