Lizards
Mediterranean House Gecko
Hemidactylus turcicus
Across the regions where it's common, the Mediterranean House Gecko peaks from July to November.
Shows up in 22 ecoregions and 16 states
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Lizards
Mediterranean House Gecko
Hemidactylus turcicus
Description
The Mediterranean house gecko (Hemidactylus turcicus) is a species of house gecko native to the Mediterranean region, from which it has spread to many parts of the world including parts of East Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and the Southern and Southeastern United States. The Mediterranean gecko is a very small lizard generally measuring 10–13 cm (4–5 inches) in length, with sticky toe pads, vertical pupils, and large eyes that lack eyelids.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
Native to the Mediterranean region, the "Med gecko" is one of the most successful species of geckos in the world. Mediterranean house geckos inhabit a wide range of habitats, in areas near human presence such as university campuses, cemeteries, coastal regions, and shrublands.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
They emit a distinctive, high-pitched call somewhat like a squeak or the chirp of a bird, possibly expressing a territorial message. Male house geckos produce clicking sounds to attract a mate, with the females responding in their own squeaks.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Mediterranean House Gecko
When is the Mediterranean House Gecko most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Mediterranean House Gecko peaks from July to November.
Where does the Mediterranean House Gecko live?
It has enough records to show in 22 ecoregions and 16 states, including Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, and California.