Asian House Gecko

The Asian house gecko, also called the common house gecko, wall gecko or moon lizard, is native to South and Southeast Asia and Near Oceania. It grows to 7.5 to 15 cm and lives about 7 years. It is recognisable by its chirping call. The name frenatus, meaning harnessed or bridled, refers to the dark streaks on the sides of the head (Wikipedia, general species account). It is harmless to people, though it may bite if distressed. (Wikipedia, general species account).

The Common house gecko (Hemidactylus frenatus) is a gecko native to South and Southeast Asia and Near Oceania. It is also called the Asian house gecko, Pacific house gecko, wall gecko, House lizard, Tiktiki, chipkali and moon lizard. They can be seen climbing walls of houses and other buildings in search of insects attracted to porch lights, and are immediately recognisable by their characteristic chirping. They grow to a length of between 7.5–15 cm (3–6 in), and live for about 7 years. (Wikipedia, general species account).