Wildlifeof New Zealand
Pacific Gecko
Geckos
Photo: Dave Waters · CC BY 2.0
Dactylocnemis pacificus
Basic stats
Habitat
Northern forest, scrub, cliffs and buildings
Range
Northland to Coromandel and islands
Size
Snout–vent length up to about 95 mm
The Pacific gecko is a large nocturnal climber widespread in warm northern New Zealand. Grey or brown upperparts show irregular pale and dark blotches; broad toe pads, mottled eyes and a thick tail identify it as a gecko.
It occurs across Northland, Auckland, Coromandel and many northern offshore islands. It hunts insects at night on trunks, rock and buildings and also takes nectar and fruit.
Pacific gecko is Not Threatened (NZ Threat Classification). Night-time searches around northern forest edges and buildings often provide the best chance.
Quick answers
- What habitat does the Pacific Gecko live in?
- Northern forest, scrub, cliffs and buildings
- Where is the Pacific Gecko found?
- Northland to Coromandel and islands
- How big is the Pacific Gecko?
- Snout–vent length up to about 95 mm