Reptile gecko animals. They are the most species rich group of lizards with about 1500 different species worldwide. You can keep up to two male and female or two females in a 10 20 gallon long aquarium with reptile carpet as a substrate. They make a variety of chirping sounds that they use to for communication. Some of the most favored pet species include tokay geckos leopard geckos giant day geckos green geckos white lined geckos frog eyed geckos and central american banded geckos.
Exotic pets albino leopard gecko for sale 3900 adult ball pythons reptile pet gift cards 2000 50000 other geckos crested gecko 6900. Youll encounter them all at the saint louis zoo. Geckos tend to do well with humans and can easily become engaging companions. Scientific and common names of the reptiles and amphibians of north america explained ellin beltz 2006.
Geckos are unique among lizards in their vocalizations. The reptile database uetz p. They are one of the most amazing species of lizards when it comes to speed and climbing. And about 150 other species of alligators crocodiles lizards snakes turtles and tortoises.
Geckos are unique among lizards in their ability to communicate vocally which differs from species to species. Lizard monitor gecko dry and canned foods. We carry every supply needed to care maintain and breed healthy reptiles. We also offer reptiles and other exotic animals from around the world.
And jiri hosek eds us fish wildlife service species search us. Fish and wildlife service. Next time you visit the zoo be sure to look for our reptiles at the herpetarium and the emerson childrens zoo. The new latin gekko and english gecko stem from the.
They also possess a short stout body a large head and typically well developed limbs. Us fish wildlife service endangered species program. Underground reptiles has the best selection of geckos for sale in the world including crested geckos day geckos leopard geckos and more. A vast number of species are available at pet stores and from exotic animal breeders.
No special lighting is required and their diet is fairly simple. Some of the sounds are to call for a mate to protect territory or to tell about impending dangers. Gecko suborder gekkota any of more than 1000 species of lizards making up six families of the suborder gekkota.