Oceanic gecko
A species of Dtellas, Also known as Pacific dtella Scientific name : Gehyra oceanica Genus : Dtellas
Oceanic gecko, A species of Dtellas
Also known as:
Pacific dtella
Scientific name: Gehyra oceanica
Genus: Dtellas
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Description
The oceanic gecko, Gehyra oceanica, is a species of gecko in the genus Gehyra. It is also known as the Pacific Dtella or the big tree gecko. The larger Gehyra vorax (voracious gecko) of Fiji, Vanuatu and New Guinea has sometimes been included in this species, but is now treated as distinct.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Primarily insectivorous, oceanic gecko feeds extensively on small arthropods. It skillfully maneuvers its captures using a robust, adhesive tongue, prioritizing ants, termites, and small beetles in its diet.
Appearance
Oceanic gecko is a small gecko varying in color from pale gray to brown, depending on the environment. It possesses a flat, elongated body covered in granular skin for easy camouflage. This nocturnal creature's distinct feature is its large, bulbous eyes, advantageous for night vision. Like many geckos, it has slim limbs with adhesive pads at its toes, facilitating skilled climbing. Oceanic gecko lacks significant sexual dimorphism or notable age-related differences in appearance.
Behavior
Oceanic gecko demonstrates arboreal agility, often found in tree crevices during the day. This nocturnal animal exhibits a solitary lifestyle, each maintaining a well-defined territory. It utilizes its excellent camouflage skills to blend in the tree bark, thus enhancing survival in its habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Dtellas Species
Oceanic gecko 
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