Scientists Discover a Mysterious 'Sixth Sense' Hidden in Geckos
WEB2 days ago · Scientists have now discovered that geckos boast a hidden 'sixth sense' that lets them pick up deep, low vibrations. Like other lizards, tokay geckos (Gekko gecko) have hearing that's specialized towards higher frequency sounds – they're most sensitive between 1,600 and 2,000 Hertz, but can hear beyond 5,000 Hertz.
Scientists uncover auditory 'sixth sense' in geckos - Phys.org
WEBOct 4, 2024 · A tokay gecko. Credit: Duncan Leitch. University of Maryland biologists have identified a hidden sensory talent in geckos that's shaking up what we thought we knew about animal hearing. In a...
Pet and medicine trades impacting resident tokay gecko …
WEBSep 14, 2022 · Tokay geckos are one of the most charismatic reptile species in Asia and the second largest gecko species in the world. They also are one of the most heavily traded reptiles,...
Tokay gecko - Smithsonian's National Zoo
WEBTokay geckos are one of the largest living gecko species. They are found in south and southeast Asia, where they often live in the same areas as humans and eliminate unwanted insect pests.
Geckos have a ‘sixth sense’ - Popular Science
WEBOct 4, 2024 · The brightly spotted tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) appears to have a hidden sensory talent akin to a “sixth sense”. ... Laura is a science news writer, covering a wide variety of subjects, but she ...
Tokay gecko - Wikipedia
WEBThe tokay gecko is a large nocturnal [1] gecko, reaching a total length (including tail) of 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) on average, but some grow as large as 40 cm (16 inches) long. It is believed to be the third-largest species of gecko, after the giant leaf-tail gecko (Uroplatus giganteus) and New Caledonian giant gecko (Rhacodactylus leachianus).
Rumors and misconceptions threaten tokay geckos in Bangladesh
WEBJan 10, 2023 · DHAKA – In the hopes of becoming overnight millionaires, five wildlife traffickers tried to sell a tokay gecko (Gekko gecko), locally known as takkhak, in Bangladesh’s border district of Panchagarh. Posing as buyers, on Nov. 18 police apprehended the traffickers, who were asking for 30 million taka (about US$ 300,000).
Report: Tokay Gecko Among 10 Species Threatened by Wildlife and …
WEBDec 18, 2020 · Washington, DC —Wildlife trafficking and the unsustainable wildlife and plant trade is a multibillion-dollar industry and a major threat to species in the United States and worldwide, according to a new report released today that highlights 10 species imperiled by this burgeoning trade.
A Once Common Gecko Is Vanishing from Parts of Asia
WEBAug 20, 2019 · With millions of tokay geckos trapped each year for use in traditional Chinese medicine, conservationists are calling for international protections
The tokay gecko is a masterclass in tail shedding
WEBNov 8, 2021 · A stunning reptile with a secret in its tail, the tokay gecko captivates anyone that encounters it. Native to parts of Asia and some Pacific islands, this formidable lizard has also been encountered in the wild in northern Australia, perhaps having made its way from nearby New Guinea.