Marbled Gecko

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Chris Lindorff | Chris Lindorff | James Booth

Christinus marmoratus


Body flattened. Up to 70 mm from snout to vent.


Details
Type
Reptile
Group
Biology

Oviparous (egg laying) with clutch size of two. Active during the day. At night, they are found near external lights, where they hunt insects attracted to the light. When they mate, females retain the sperm over winter until it is fertilised in late spring to early summer.

Distinctive Markings

Orange specks on tail. Toe pads.

Taxonomy
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Gekkonidae
Genus
Christinus
Species
marmoratus

The Marbled Gecko has fat reserves in their tail and can be disconnected from their tail when threatened to aid in their escape. Tails take about eight months to regenerate.


Interesting Facts
Diet

Carnovire, insects

Habitat

Found in woodpiles, under fallen logs or timber, in trees and urban areas.

Native Status
Native to Australia