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When to see Bibrons Gecko in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Bibrons Gecko are most active at night (19:00 to 05:00). Much of their activity falls outside gate hours, so the first drive after the gates open and the last hour before they close give you the best chance.
This is Bibrons Gecko's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
About the Bibrons Gecko
Bibron's gecko is a medium to large, robust gecko of southern Africa, commonly associated with rocky areas, woodland, savanna and human structures. It has a broad head, large eyes and a mottled brown, grey and cream pattern that provides effective camouflage. It is primarily nocturnal and feeds on insects and other small invertebrates, occasionally taking small vertebrates. It is an agile climber and often shelters in rock crevices, cracks and other protected spaces during the day.
How to identify the Bibrons Gecko
Large, robust gecko with a broad flattened head, large eyes, granular skin and a thick tail. Colour is usually grey, brown or tan with irregular darker markings and bands, providing good camouflage on rocks, walls and tree trunks.
Other species to look for in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
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