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Gekko gecko
The Tokay Gecko is the second largest Gecko species, attaining lengths of about 30–40 cm (11–15 inches) for males, and 20–30 cm (7–11 inches) for females, with weights of only 150–300g (5–10 oz). They are distinctive in appearance, with a bluish or grayish body, sporting spots ranging from light yellow to bright red. The male is more brightly colored than the female. They have large eyes with a vertical slit pupil. Eyes are brown to greenish brown and can be orange or yellow.
northeast India, to Nepal and Bangladesh, throughout Southeast Asia, Philippines to Indonesia and western New Guinea. Its native habitat is rainforest trees and cliffs, and it also frequently adapts to rural human habitations, roaming walls and ceilings at night in search of insect prey. Increasing urbanization is reducing its range.
There was usually a Tokay Gecko in every bathroom in every national park that I camped in. One in the mens and one in the womens. I would see them every night starting around 7.30 - 8pm. I spotted this one at Sai Yok National Park.
Spotted on Feb 19, 2012
Submitted on Apr 14, 2012
2 Comments
Oh I love these, soooo cute!
Very cute!