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Where to observe and photograph the smith's green-eyed gecko in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the smith's green-eyed gecko in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the smith's green-eyed gecko’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Smith's green-eyed gecko
Scientific name: Gekko smithii
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: GEKKONIDAE
Group: Reptiles
Sensitivity to human approach: Suspicious
Minimum approach distance: 1,5 m
Reproduction period: March
Incubation: 60–90 jours
Births: March
Habitat:
tropical and secondary forests, riparian vegetation
Activity period :
Mainly active at night, generally discreet during the day.
Identification and description:
The Smith's green-eyed gecko (Gekko smithii) is a medium-sized nocturnal lizard (total length up to 35 cm, SVL 19 cm) with olive-green to brown mottled dorsal coloration and a pale throat bordered by dark mottling. Endemic to tropical and secondary forests of Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore), it occupies tree trunks and riparian vegetation where it forages for insects and arachnids. Reproduction occurs year-round, with females laying clutches of two eggs followed by an incubation period of 60–90 days. It uses crevices for shelter, produces harsh calls to communicate, and exhibits moderate wariness.
Recommended lens:
100 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Position yourself low and discreet at ground level, use a macro telephoto lens (≥100 mm) on a monopod, set aperture to f/11 for sufficient depth of field, and choose a shutter speed of 1/500 s to freeze movement. Wait for the gecko to remain still, favor twilight conditions, and shoot in RAW.
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