This newly discovered gecko species from Madagascar is a master escape artist. It's extremely fast. Like other lizards, it can lose its tail and grow a new one. And it can shed its scales — the ...

An incredible new species of gecko has been discovered by researchers in the Cambodian hills. The Kamping Poi bent‑toed gecko is aptly named for its oddly formed toes that curve slightly, helping it ...

Some people pee themselves in scary situations. This gecko sheds its skin and goes naked, instead. The new species, called Geckolepis megalepis, is originally from Madagascar, where other species of ...

The first thing Colin Walker does every morning is count the geckos. And this particular morning, he is coming up one short. One skunk gecko, to be precise. He eventually spies its dark head poking ...

The leopard gecko is known for its unique characteristics and behaviors. These small lizards are native to the arid regions ...

Veterinarians performed the innovative treatment on a 4-year-old Henkel’s leaf-tailed gecko, a species at the fringes of zoo medicine. Mike Bock In March 2025, a Henkel’s leaf-tailed gecko received a ...

1. Introducing Geckos -- What are geckos? -- Where does the name "gecko" come from? -- Why are geckos important? -- Why should people care about geckos? -- Where do geckos live? -- What is the ...