Tokay Gecko
Tokay gecko is a species of large gecko found in Asia and some Pacific islands. It belongs to the genus Gekko and is considered a true gecko. The species is nocturnal and arboreal. It has the ability to change colors.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Sauria |
Family | Gekkonidae |
Genus | Gekko |
Scientific Name | Gekko gecko |
Other Names | Common Gecko |
Size | Up to 40 cm |
Weight | Up to 326 g |
Color | Usually gray with red speckles |
Distribution | Northeast India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, throughout Southeast Asia |
Habitat | Rainforests, also found in rural human habitations |
Diet | Insects, other lizards, small vertebrates |
Hibernation Fact | Do not hibernate |
Breeding Season | Late October to May |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | 2 eggs |
Incubation Period | 2 to 6 months |
Average Lifespan | In Wild: 7 – 10 years In Captivity: 10 – 20 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Not Evaluated |