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Tokay Gecko

Gekko gecko

Least Concern →
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
10 years
Length
35 cm
Weight
150 g
Trend
→ Stable

About

The tokay gecko is one of the largest living gecko species. Named after the tok-ay sound of its call.

Fun Facts

  • ✨ They can walk on walls and ceilings using millions of tiny hair-like structures.
  • ✨ They are highly territorial.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm.

🌲 Forest 🏗️ Artificial - Terrestrial

Distributed across China, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.

🇵🇭 Philippines 🇹🇭 Thailand 🇻🇳 Vietnam 🇨🇳 China 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore
Tokay Gecko is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore
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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern
Population Trend
→ Stable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Reptilia (Reptiles)
Order
Squamata (Lizards & Snakes)
Family
Gekkonidae (Geckos)
Genus
Gekko (Geckos)
Species
Gekko gecko (Tokay Gecko)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tokay Gecko?
The scientific name of Tokay Gecko is Gekko gecko. It belongs to the genus Gekko.
What is the conservation status of Tokay Gecko?
Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.
Where does Tokay Gecko live?
Tokay Gecko is found in Distributed across China, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.. Countries include China, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam.
What family does Tokay Gecko belong to?
Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) belongs to the genus Gekko, which is part of the taxonomic family Gekkonidae.
What does Tokay Gecko eat?
Tokay Gecko is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.
How long does Tokay Gecko live?
Tokay Gecko has an average lifespan of approximately 10 years in the wild.
Is Tokay Gecko endangered?
No, Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Tokay Gecko belong to?
Tokay Gecko (Gekko gecko) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

Native Range — 5 Countries

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Genus Gekko — 1 Species

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Tokay Gecko
Gekko gecko
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