Gekko gecko gecko
A species of True geckos Scientific name : Gekko gecko gecko Genus : True geckos
Gekko gecko gecko, A species of True geckos
Scientific name: Gekko gecko gecko
Genus: True geckos
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Description
Gekko gecko gecko is renowned for its nocturnal lifestyle and distinctive vocalizations, including a repetitive croaking call that signifies its territory. Its extraordinary ability to regenerate lost tails serves as a dynamic defense mechanism. Displaying unusual resilience, it thrives in various habitats, spanning from dense rainforests to urban landscapes, underscoring its ecological versatility.
General Info
Lifespan
8-20 years
Diet
Gekko gecko gecko are primarily insectivorous, feasting on a variety of insects including beetles, crickets, and cockroaches. Their diet also comprises spiders, small mammals, and occasionally birds, highlighting a broad carnivorous tendency.
Appearance
Gekko gecko gecko is a medium-sized lizard with a robust, vertically flattened body and rough, bumpy skin. It has a predominantly bright green coloration with red or yellow spots and a distinct white or yellow underbelly. Its tail is banded and becomes regrown if dropped, though the regenerated part lacks the original color pattern. No notable differences exist between the genders, age groups, or subspecies in terms of appearance.
Behavior
Gekko gecko gecko are primarily solitary, possessing a robust territorial instinct. They mark their territory with an olfactory secretion, discouraging others from intruding. This species particularly tends to forage during the night, hunting insects and small vertebrates with stealth. Their ability to change skin color helps them blend into their habitat, serving as an effective camouflage.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
True geckos Species
Gekko gecko gecko 
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