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Post by onlymark on May 5, 2012 21:29:54 GMT
I'd like to introduce you to my new friend - Jeremy. He appeared on the wall at the side of my computer this evening and though a bit shy, has proven to be a good conversationalist. We have so far covered various subjects like the skills needed for free climbing, the advantages of having four legs, whether male or female mosquitoes taste better, but we have disagreed on the best method of preparation. He goes for 'al dente', I prefer added to a stew. Anyway, here he is -  I wondered if he'd let me get a little closer. He was very obliging -        I just wish my camera was up to the job. Anyway, he's shot off for now, said he had a date. |
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2012 21:57:51 GMT
Cute. I wonder what the bumps are for.
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Post by bjd on May 6, 2012 9:20:12 GMT
That's not a gecko is it? I only ask because I thought geckos have little pads on their feet to stick to walls and ceilings.
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Post by rikita on May 6, 2012 9:30:55 GMT
looks very different to the geckos i've seen so far at least, but those were in other countries of course. i suppose geckos vary?
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Post by onlymark on May 6, 2012 10:48:31 GMT
Just because I took a photo of it doesn't mean I know what it is.  |
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Post by rikita on May 6, 2012 11:14:08 GMT
i thought there were laws about that... you can only take a photo of something if you know its name...
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Post by bjd on May 6, 2012 11:41:18 GMT
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Post by onlymark on May 6, 2012 12:39:58 GMT
rikita, you're right.
And its name is Jeremy.
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Post by onlymark on May 6, 2012 12:49:22 GMT
bjd, that's the one. Research reveals these have what are called lamellae under their feet, not suckers/pads. They are common to geckos and are used for traction -   |
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Post by rikita on May 6, 2012 18:43:51 GMT
good that jeremy can now know who he is... btw, here is an indian cousin of his, just so he has some company...  |
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Post by charlie on May 10, 2012 5:41:56 GMT
Having hosted my brother's two bloodthirsty hounds for the past two weeks my yard is without benefit of most wildlife. The posted pic of Jeremy is reminiscent of the recently slain. Unfortunately the resident rat has remained unscathed.
I actually like geckos though I've not had one talk to me.
The spider who lives on the wall to the right of my chair has been given her notice. I'm hesitant about swatting her as she is carrying a huge egg sack. Tarantulas are kind of interesting as long as they are not in your shoe. I wear sandals. Frankie the 2nd dog eats them.
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Post by auntieannie on May 16, 2012 11:20:37 GMT
Riki... the geckos I saw in India had round blobs at the end of their feet. And the ones I saw were greener, too! Just love them! missing them loads. I liked the spanish and greek ones too! They would be good around here - to get rid of all the little flies and other midges (is that their name? the ones you should avoid smiling at when cycling unless you want a new decoration on your teeth)
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Post by auntieannie on May 16, 2012 11:21:17 GMT
Charlie, eeeek! I do talk to spiders, but tarantulas... eeeeek!
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Post by rikita on May 18, 2012 19:46:56 GMT
i don't remember seeing any in spain or greece, but i might have just forgotten. the first time i consciously saw geckos was in australia i think...
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Post by Deleted on May 18, 2012 20:37:17 GMT
There were huge quantities of these in the Maldives, and also in Bali, but the more the better due to the mosquito population in rustic rooms open to the elements.
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