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"Gecko" is the common name for any of about 65 species of small lizards of the family Gekkonidae. They can be commonly found in tropical regions worldwide.
Most geckos are nocturnal, hiding during the day and foraging for insects at night. They frequently make their homes in trees, and their remarkable climbing ability is due to tiny ridges and microscopic suction cups on their feet which can enable them to walk across a smooth ceiling.
Unlike many lizards, geckos have a keen sense of hearing, and they are unique among lizards in their ability to make chirping or clicking sounds. In fact, the name "gecko" is alleged to be a derivative of a Malay word that is an imitation of the lizard's call.
Geckos can range in size from 1 to 12 inches (3 to 30 cm). They have broad, flattened heads, and thick stumpy tails which they can drop in defense during a fight, and later re-grow. Geckos are harmless, and are not venomous, despite being described as "poisonous lizards" in certain areas of the world.
Geckos have a number of stories and traditions associated with them. Most often they are considered to be a sign of good luck and a symbol of keeping one eye on the past while focusing the other on the future. Consequently, images of geckos can frequently be seen in pictures, and on clothing, and jewelry.
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Although this is a nice picture with a very nice POV the identification is incorrect. This is not a Gecko. There are a lot more species than 60 and some live in dry arrid environments such as Africa, Australia, and Middle east ect... This particular lizard is from the agamid family and I think it is called the Garden Lizard (Calotes versicolor). :)
Lovely pose and photo but could be sharper I think, then his scales would really stand out.
This is a nice photo of this lizard (whatever species it is!). It is a little unfortunate that the head is not a bit sharper (I think the scales lower on the body appear sharper than the head). I've posted a workshop with some minor contrast changes and some selective sharpening work. Let me know what you think.
Excellent capture, Vishal.
The scales on the lizard's body are perfect.
Great perspective, colours and sharpness.
TFS.
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