Geckos
There
are
more
than
1,500
species
of
geckos.
Geckos
can
be
many
different
colors
and
sizes.
Some
geckos
use
camouflage.
Their
colors
blend
in
with
their
habitat.
This
helps
them
hide.
Geckos
have
wide
eyes
and
a
large
head.
Their
tails
can
be
long
or
short.
Many
species
have
brightly
colored
scales.
The
scales
can
have
spots
or
stripes.
Geckos
shed
their
skin
as
they
grow.
Geckos
are
cold-blooded.
They
live
in
climates
that
keep
them
warm.
Some
geckos
live
in
deserts
and
grasslands.
Others
live
in
rain
forests
and
mountains.
Geckos
can
also
be
kept
as
pets.
Usually,
geckos
eat
insects.
They
might
eat
crickets
or
beetles.
Many
geckos
also
eat
the
skin
they
have
shed.
Some
geckos
lay
eggs.
Others
have
live
babies.
Geckos
can
live
for
around
eight
years
in
the
wild.
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Gecko Classification: Reptile
Diet: Carnivore
Endangered Status: Most are Least Concern. Some species are Near Threatened to Critically Endangered. -
Average Weight A gecko is lighter than four sticks of butter. -
Average Length A gecko is shorter than a basketball.
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