Hokou gecko
A species of True geckos Scientific name : Gekko hokouensis Genus : True geckos
Hokou gecko, A species of True geckos
Scientific name: Gekko hokouensis
Genus: True geckos
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Description
Gekko hokouensis, also known as the Hokou gecko or Kwangsi gecko, is a species of gecko. It is found in eastern China, the Ryukyu Islands and Kyushu Island of Japan, and Taiwan.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Hokou gecko is primarily an insectivore, consuming a variety of small invertebrates. It particularly favors terrestrial arthropods such as spiders and beetles, supplementing its diet with nocturnal insects caught during night hunts.
Appearance
Hokou gecko is small to medium in size, with a robust, elongated body covered in granular scales. Its rich coloration varies from grayish-brown to yellowish-brown, often infused with dark striping along the back. A distinguishing feature of hokou gecko is its large eyes, a characteristic of nocturnal species. Tail and limb color often contrast with the body, appearing lighter. Unusually, with hokou gecko, there are no significant differences in appearance across ages, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Hokou gecko demonstrates notable nocturnal activity, often retreating to the cover of bark or foliage during the day. Their behavior is primarily solitary, interacting with others only during mating season. Hokou gecko display specialized toe pads which aid in vertical and upside-down locomotion, ideal for their arboreal lifestyle. They are characterized by an unusual vocalization behavior, producing chirping sounds, believed to facilitate mating communication.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
True geckos Species
Hokou gecko 
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