The Viper Geckos have wide cat-like eyes and slender bodies. It has a short, thick-based tail and a tapering towards the end, which is why they also call it the carrot-tailed viper gecko. Their original habitat is the Middle East. Anatomy The viper gecko is one of the smallest species in the world. They measure…
The Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) or grassland gecko of the night, inhabits the Northeastern parts of India, entire southeastern Asia, Nepal, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Indonesia, and the Western part of New Guinea. Its main habitats are trees, cliffs, and tropical forests, but often adapts well to human surroundings. At night they wander on ceilings and…
From the Nocturnal to the Diurnal and the Docile to the Aggressive Geckos form a very exceptional choice of lizards, with their worldwide species exceeding two thousand. These types of geckos (lizards) have existed for around fifty million years and flourish in warm tropical climates. Hobbyists patronize their assorted varieties as pets, including the white-lined…
Bred Successfully In Captivity by Many Breeders Pictus Geckos, with the scientific name Paroedura pictus, hailing from the South Madagascar scrubland and coastal areas are land dwellers. Some people also call them painted ground geckos, Ocelot geckos & Panther Ground geckos. Anatomy Compared to other geckos they are smaller. Normally adults attain 4-6 “, and…
Rarely Found In Captivity, but Their Small Size and Docile Nature Make Them Good Pets Among the various species of small geckos, the Coleonyx brevis or the Texas Banded Gecko is an important species. They are native to the southwest United States as well as northern Mexico. Anatomy The Texas banded Gecko has a projected…
Primarily a Rich, Emerald Green Color, With Red Marking Peacock day geckos (Phelsuma quadriocellata) are one of the members of the genus Phelsuma. They are dominant in the Islands near Madagascar which experiences a tropical climate with abundant rainfall, high humidity, and relatively high temperatures. You normally find them in areas with heavy rainfall. Anatomy…
With Beautiful Patterns a Pleasure to Watch and Handle The Panther Gecko (Paroedura Pictus), also called Madagascar ground geckos, Ocelot geckos, and pictus geckos is a favorite species of pets today.. The Panther geckos are nocturnal lizards belonging to the Island of Madagascar and live among the felled trees of the forest and the litter…
With A Dual Reputation That of a Lovable Docility and Nasty Biters Rhacodactylus leachianus is the species name for New Caledonian Giant Geckos. They inhabit both the mainland including the Grand Terre (mainland) which is the largest region and the islands of New Caledonia, namely Pine Isle, Island E, Bayonnaise, Nu Ami, and Nu Ana….
One of the most Fascinating Lizards in the Pet Trade Today Mourning Gecko (Lepidodactylus lugubris) is one of the most fascinating species of geckos in the world. The Mourning gecko, as they call it, is a parthenogenetic reptile, meaning that its embryo grows and develops without fertilization. This nocturnal organism has a very communal orientation…
Has Different Sizes, Colors and Genetics Leopard Gecko Morphs have different sizes, colors, and genetics. These days one can see a large variety of Gecko Morphs. The receding variety comprises of Blizzards or Murphy Patternless, whereas the dominant varieties include Enigma, co-dominant like the Giants and Mack Snow, combo morphs such as Dreamsickle, and line…
Not Only Have a Natural Camouflage, But Can Also Alter Their Skin Brightness at Will Hemidactylus turcicus is the scientific name for the Mediterranean house Geckos. As the name suggests, they inhabit regions around the Mediterranean Sea. It has spread to Europe and America thanks to its adaptability. It can inhabit deserts, rural areas, suburban…
Geckos are lizards seen all over the world in moderate climates and belong to the lower order Gekkota. Their length varies from 1.6 cm ( about three-quarters of an inch ) up to 60 cm, ( about 24 inches). A clear Majority of them are unable to blink. Each iris has a fixed lens within…