geckos are one of the most common yet least known reptiles on the planet. They belong to the order Squamata, which includes others lizards like snakes and worm lizards. Seven different gecko families exist that together comprise nearly 2,000 different species. This makes geckos the most diverse lizards in the world and one of the most diverse reptile clades. You can find geckos on every continent except Antarctica and in environments ranging from rainforests to deserts. Geckos get their name from their unique vocalizations, which include clicking, hissing, and chirping. Nearly all geckos have no eyelids, which means most rely on a thick membrane to protect their eyes and have to lick their eyes to keep them clean and moist. While some geckos are active during the day, meaning they are active during the day, most are active at night or at night. But what do geckos eat once they become active?
Today we try to answer this question by examining what common foods most geckos like to eat. In addition, we will investigate how geckos hunt and forage. We will then take the time to compare what geckos eat in the wild and what they eat as pets. Finally, we’ll end our discussion of gecko diets with a discussion of what baby geckos eat. So prepare yourself for some information that will answer the question “what do geckos eat?” answers.