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Gekkonidae

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Description:

Geckos are lizards belonging to the family Gekkonidae, found in warm climates throughout the world.They range from 1.6cm to 60cm.

Geckos are unique among lizards in their vocalizations, making chirping sounds in social interactions with other geckos. Gekkonidae is the largest family of lizards, with over 2000 different species worldwide and many others likely yet to be discovered.

Habitat:

Found in the Puerto Rican rainforest

Notes:

It's not a great picture, but I really like it with palm tree in the background which almost lookes like fish bones

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