New Zealand Frogs & Reptiles

DSC_4816 Northern striped gecko (Toropuku 'Coromandel') male on kanuka, showing detail of pattern on the back. These animals are extremely cryptic in the wild, and if disturbed, can make a 'catapaulting' leap from danger in a remarkable display of agility and power. The Southern striped gecko, and the Matapia gecko are also agile leapers. Coromandel

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DSC_4816 Northern striped gecko (Toropuku 'Coromandel') male on kanuka, showing detail of pattern on the back. These animals are extremely cryptic in the wild, and if disturbed, can make a 'catapaulting' leap from danger in a remarkable display of agility and power. The Southern striped gecko, and the Matapia gecko are also agile leapers. Coromandel

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