`


misc logo





Hemidactylus turcicus - Mediterranean House Gecko

Click on a picture for a larger view




observation link


Adult, Travis County, Texas
Adult with re-generated tail,
Travis County, Texas
Sub-adult, Travis County, Texas
The six pictures above all show the same lizard from Travis County, Texas.
The top three pictures show the lizard in its dark phase and the bottom three show it in its light phase.
Sub-adult, Travis Co., Texas
Juvenile, Travis Co., Texas
Mediterranean Geckos can climb up sheer surfaces, even glass.
 
Juvenile, Travis Co., Texas
Underside of adult, showing toe pads
 
Habitat
Habitat, Travis County, Texas. Geckos were found under piles of old tin in this rural field in Travis County, Texas.
Mediterranean Geckos are common on houses and yards in many areas. Geckos were found under the shingles of this suburban residence in Travis County, Texas, on brick walls, in the garage, and under boards and rocks in the yard.
Geckos were found at night under the lights of this wildlife refuge restroom building in Chambers County, Texas.



Home Site Map About Us Identification Lists Maps Photos More Lists CA Snakes CA Lizards CA Turtles CA Salamanders CA Frogs
Contact Us Usage Resources Rattlesnakes Sounds Videos FieldHerping Yard Herps Behavior Herp Fun CA Regulations
Beyond CA All Herps


Return to the Top

© 2000 - 2011