Hekou's gecko
Diet: Hekou's gecko (Gekko hokouensis) mainly feeds on moths, cockroaches, crickets, spiders, stinkbugs, leafhoppers, earwigs and ants. From its feeding habits, it is possible to understand that this species is active both day and night.
Characteristics: Body coloration depends on the environment. If this gecko is in a lightly colored environment, it appears white or light yellow. If in a darker colored environment, it appears black or brown. This is an example of protective coloring.
Habitat: The distribution of this species is extensive. It is found all around Taiwan in low elevation areas, as well as in small holes in drainage ditches or in rock fissures on Lanyu (Orchid Island).
Movement: This species has a single row of skin flaps, as well as micro hairs that provide adhesion that allow it to move quickly along almost any surface, seemingly defying gravity.
Reproduction: Reproduction can take place year round. Each time two connected eggs are laid. This species congregates at the same egg laying site. Up to 13 Hekou's geckos have been reported laying eggs at the same site
