How many species of geckos are there?
Q: How many species of geckos are there?
A: There are 1196 different species of geckos.
Q: What is the common house gecko called?
A: The common house gecko is called Hemidactylus frenatus.
Q: Do geckos have voices?
A: Yes, unlike most lizards, geckos have voices that sound a little like a bird or frog.
Q: How do geckos reproduce?
A: Most geckos lay eggs, but some give birth to live young.
Q: What special feature do they have instead of eyelids?
A: Geckos have no eyelids; instead, they have a clear membrane (skin) over their eyes which they lick clean with their tongues.
Q: Can geckos regenerate their tails?
A: Yes, like most lizards, they can regenerate their tail if needed.
Q: How do geckos walk on walls and ceilings?
A: Geckos can walk on trees, walls, windows and ceilings because they have special toe pads that form a molecular bond with the surface in order to "stick" to it - this force is called van der Waal's force.
