Tokay Gecko
The Tokay Gecko (Gekko gekko) is an nocturnal gecko indigenous to southeast Asia
and the Indo-Australian Archipelago. In the late 1980s to early 1990s it was
introduced into Hawaii, Florida, Belize, and several Caribbean islands, where it
can be considered an invasive species. It is arboreal, living on cliffs and
trees; it is not unusual to see them inside human residences. It is the second
largest gecko, often reaching lengths of 10–14 inches (250–350 mm). A typical
lifespan is 7–10 years. Tokay geckos are aggressive carnivores which will eat a
variety of insects and even small mice. Their aggressive behaviour can lead to
attacks on other male Tokays, other gecko species, and also human handlers.
Native areas
Tokay Geckos originated in southeast Asia, across an area from northeastern
India to the Indo-Australian Archipelago (Bangladesh, Burma, Indonesia,
Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, southern China, and surrounding areas).
Tokay Geckos as pets
While Tokay Geckos are frequently seen in the pet trade, they are often seen as
an undesirable animal to own because of their aggressive temperament. Tokay
Geckos can be very attractive display animals, but very few can be handled by
their keepers.
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