If you guessed the New Caledonian giant gecko was the answer to our last post, you were correct! New Caledonian giant geckos are the largest species of gecko, a diverse group of lizards found on almost every continent. Unlike most other lizards, geckos lack eyelids and lick their eyes to keep them moist and clean. Their long tongues are used to lick the transparent scale (spectacle) covering their eyes. This action helps to remove dust, debris, and maintain optimal eye health. These nocturnal re

Baby lizards! Two little New Caledonian giant geckos (Rhacodactylus leachianus) hatched in my reptile room a few days ago! Once again, Jabba and Lealah are proud parents! It's wild to think how many babies this bonded pair of geckos has produced since 2013! • #reptiliatus #reptile #rhacodactylus #rhacodactylusleachianus #reels #viral #leachianus #giantgecko #baby #animal #pet #lizard #gecko #reptilesofinstagram #instagram | Reptiliatus

Snack time for Lealah, the New Caledonian giant gecko (Rhacodactylus leachianus)! Here she is, enjoying some meal replacement diet, a combination of insect protein and various fruits! Did you know that R. leachianus is the largest living species of gecko in the world? Close rivals are the Tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) and the Giant leaf-tailed gecko (Uroplatus giganteus). • #Reptiliatus #gecko #giantgecko #Rhacodactylus #rhacodactylusleachianus #geckos #geckos #lizard #reptile #reels #viral #pet #pe