Gargoyle Gecko Pictures

Written by Administrator | 09 December 2010

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The popularity of the New Caledonian Giant Gecko has always been high, almost as high as the price tag, but in recent years the availability has increased and the reduced price associated with island hybrids (such as the Nuu Ana crossed with Nuu Ami) has allowed hobbyists to obtain their first leachie. I figure it's time to sit down and throw a couple of facts on paper for what you can expect with your new or future pet.

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Crested Gecko Morphs are broken down into structural features, base color and designer traits.

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Pictures of various morphs of Crested Gecko, Rhacodactylus ciliatus.

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Pictures of locality specific Mossy Prehensile-Tailed Geckos, Rhacodactylus chahoua.

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Pictures of locality and morph specific New Caledonian Giant Geckos, Rhacodactylus leachianus.

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Rhacodactylus leachianus, commonly known as New Caledonian Giant Gecko, is the largest known living gecko. The amazing size is only one of the really fascinating characteristics of this gecko. The broad vocal patterns and ability to communicate aggression has coined this gecko "Devil In the Trees" by locals of New Caledonia. The many different physical variations are characterized by locality and the beginning of line breeding is peaking interest of the reptile community. R. leachianus leachianus inhabits Grande Terre while the sub-species R. leachianus henkeli are slightly smaller and inhabit the satellite islands off the coast of New Caledonia. With so many unique characteristics, that can appeal to any level of hobbyist, the leachianus is at the top of the list of geckos from the genus to work with.

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Rhacodactylus chahoua, also known as Mossy Prehensile-Tailed Gecko or quite commonly referred to simply as Chahoua,  is one of the most personable geckos of the genus. Add their aggressive eating habits, beautiful color and pattern, and you have one of the most amazing display animals for any terrarium.

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Rhacodactylus auriculatus, or Gargoygle Gecko, was the first species of the genus to be produced in ample numbers by hobbyists. The common name Gargoyle Gecko is in respect to the bony knobs on the top of the head of adults. A very docile species for handling and easy to produce makes auriculatus a very interesting species.

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Rhacodactylus ciliatus, commonly known as Crested Gecko, has emerged to be in the top five of beginner reptiles, and with good reason. This species can live in moderate room temperature, feed on a premixed diet, is a prolific breeder, and has a great temperament for young enthusiasts. What more can you ask for?

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