About Geckos
Geckos are small to medium-sized lizards, and there are more than 1,000 different species spread throughout the world, many of which people keep as pets. According to Encyclopedia.com, geckos are the only lizards that use chirping sounds to communicate.
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Types
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According to Random House, geckos are divided into one of two types: those that have fixed eyelids and cannot blink, and those with movable eyelids, which can blink. Additionally, some geckos are nocturnal, while others are diurnal.
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Identification
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Geckos can range in size from 1 inch to more than 1 foot long, Random House says. Many species of gecko have a patterned skin, which gives them a rubbery appearance; others are very bright in color; and some are able to change color to blend with their environment.
Diet
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According to Random House, geckos survive mostly on a diet of insects, including grasshoppers, crickets and worms. Geckos will also eat vegetables or packaged pet food.
Habitat
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Geckos live in warm climates such as deserts and tropical areas, says Random House. People who have geckos as pets must use special heat lamps to keep the gecko's cage between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Reproduction
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Because they are reptiles, most geckos lay eggs, according to Encyclopedia.com, but some species of geckos are parthenogenic, which means the female is capable of reproducing asexually. This ability helps the gecko to flourish in remote locations.
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