Brooke's house gecko
A species of House geckos, Also known as Brook's house gecko Scientific name : Hemidactylus brookii Genus : House geckos
Brooke's house gecko, A species of House geckos
Also known as:
Brook's house gecko
Scientific name: Hemidactylus brookii
Genus: House geckos
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Description
Hemidactylus brookii, commonly known as Brooke's house gecko, is a widespread species of gecko.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Brooke's house gecko feeds predominantly on insects, therefore classifying it as an insectivore. Its diet mainly comprises of small arthropods like spiders, moths, and flies. Occasionally, it might also consume small lizards.
Appearance
Brooke's house gecko is a small, robust reptile measuring about 10-15 cm long. It possesses a granular skin that is predominantly pale brown, with random dark spotting and mottled patterns. This gecko is notable for its large eyes with vertical pupils and clawed digits, aiding in its nocturnal and climbing lifestyle. Both genders appear similar, with no noteworthy difference in appearance.
Behavior
Brooke's house gecko is a nocturnal species, primarily active during the night. It displays solitary tendencies, marked by territorial behaviors such as aggressive interaction during the mating season. Its feeding behavior involves opportunistic predation mainly on insects. Surviving in a variety of habitats, it uses its unique ability to vertically scale smooth surfaces as a prominent survival behavior.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
House geckos Species
Brooke's house gecko 
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