About Gekko japonicus (Schlegel, 1836)
Nomenclature
Schlegel's Japanese gecko, scientifically named Gekko japonicus (Schlegel, 1836), is called yamori in Japanese. It is a species of gecko.
Geographical Distribution
Gekko japonicus is distributed across the main islands of Japan, ranging from northern Honshu in the north and east to Kyushu in the south and west. It can also be found in eastern China and South Korea.
Diet
Like other gecko species, individual G. japonicus primarily feed on insects.
Autotomy Trait
This species is capable of autotomy, meaning it will detach its tail from its body to escape predators. This process does not cause bleeding, because blood vessels at the base of the tail close to prevent blood loss.
Tail Loss Disadvantage
However, the gecko loses a stored supply of fat tissue that it uses during periods of food scarcity.
