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Flying Gecko
IntermediateGekko kuhli
A gecko with body flaps enabling gliding. Characterized by flat body mimicking tree bark.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
25〜32℃
Lifespan
5-8 years
Size
15-20cm
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Insects
About
Flying geckos of the genus Ptychozoon are arboreal geckos native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. They possess well-developed skin flaps along the sides of the body, limbs, and tail that function as parachutes, allowing the animals to glide between trees. The body coloration closely resembles tree bark — typically mottled brown and grey — providing effective camouflage when the gecko presses flat against a trunk. Adults reach 15–20 cm in total length. Flying geckos are nocturnal insectivores. In captivity they require tall, well-ventilated enclosures with cork bark hides, temperatures of 24–28°C, and high humidity of 70–80%. Handling causes significant stress, so observation-based keeping is recommended.
Basic Info
Origin
Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Lifespan
5-8 years
Size
15-20cm
Temperature
25〜32℃
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Insects
Care Guide
Housing
Tall cage with bark-like hideouts
Temperature
References & Sources
Edited & verified by: br-choku editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Gekko kuhli (Stejneger, 1902)
Synonyms: Lacerta homalocephala Creveldt, 1809, Ptychozoon kuhli Stejneger, 1902
Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Checklist (掲載なし; Gekko 属は Gekko gecko のみ掲載)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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