Gekko Collection

Gecko foot, SEM
Gecko foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a geckos foot (Tarentola mauritanica). The foot is covered with ridges and microscopic hairs

Stellion, Stellagama stellio, turnip-tailed gecko, Thecadactylus rapicauda, gecko, Hemidactylus species, flying gecko
FLO4684998 Stellion, Stellagama stellio, turnip-tailed gecko, Thecadactylus rapicauda, gecko, Hemidactylus species, flying gecko, Ptychozoon horsfieldii, Lichtenstein's short-fingered gecko

Two women are playing Go. From the series "Fujin fuzoku ga" (manners and customs of women), 1891. Private Collection

Predator
Jimmy Hoffman

Tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) enacting a defensive display towards a perceived threat, Phuket Island, Thailand, March. Controlled conditions

Tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) Shek Pik, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) Pat Sin Leng Country Park, New Territory, Hong Kong, China

DDE-90037069
White Line (Skunk) Gecko, Gekko vittatus, Native to Indonesia. Habitat: Arboreal Rain Forest Date: 30/07/2008

Tokay gecko, Gekko gecko (Common gecko, Lacerta gecko). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hill after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia, London, 1801

Eaten alive
Jimmy Hoffman

Kamada Masakiyos Wife, 1757, (1924). Creator: Tsukioka Masanobu
Kamada Masakiyos Wife, 1757, (1924). From the " Onna Buyu Yosooi Kagami" by Tsukioka Masanobu, [1757]. Published in " Block Printing & Book Illustration in Japan"

Sumo Wrestlers in Action, 1899. Private Collection

Lined gecko, Gekko vittatus.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Tokay GECKO - on wooden flooring (Gekko gekko ). Bali, Indonesia

Crouching Dragon Plum Tree Kameido series Array
Artokoloro

Kabocha ni tonbou, Dragonfly and pumpkin. Ogata, GekkAc, 1859-1920, artist, [between 1890 and 1920], 1 print : woodcut, color; 24.7 x 30.3 cm. Print shows a dragonfly above a pumpkin blossom

RyA shActen, Dragon rising to the heavens. Ogata, GekkAc, 1859-1920, artist, 1897. 1 print : woodcut, color; 37.5 x 24.7 cm

Chuckwalla (Sauromalus ater), Joshua Tree National Park, California, US

CA, Panama, Barro Colorado Island large forest gekko (Turniptailes Gekko, Thecadactylus
CA, Panama, Barro Colorado Island, large forest gekko (Turniptailes Gekko, Thecadactylus rapicauda)

A lizard like creature that has a camouflage coloured exterior that helps it blend in to the dark coloured bark that it is resting upon

European Leaf-toed Gecko - adult - Tuscany - Italy
RD-360 European Leaf-toed Gecko - adult Tuscany - Italy Euleptes europaea Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

European Leaf-toed Gecko - young - Tuscany - Italy
RD-335 European Leaf-toed Gecko - young Tuscany - Italy Euleptes europaea Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

dune gecko (Stenodactylus petrii)
The Stenodactylus petrii or dune gecko or " frog-eyed" gecko. is a small, mostly nocturnal dwarf gecko of the genus Stenodactylus

Hatching Gecko
Gecko hatches from its egg

Leaf-tail Gecko
looking down the mouth of a Giant Leaf-tail Gecko (Uroplatus fimbriatus). Photographed in Madagascar in July

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"Discover the fascinating world of the Gekko: a creature with incredible abilities and captivating displays. With its unique Gecko foot, this remarkable reptile can effortlessly cling to any surface, defying gravity and leaving scientists in awe. Through the lens of a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), we get an up-close look at the intricate details of their feet, unraveling the secrets behind their extraordinary grip. Found in Shek Pik, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China, the Tokay gecko (Gekko gecko) showcases its defensive display when faced with perceived threats. Witnessing this spectacle in Pat Sin Leng Country Park, New Territory, Hong Kong is truly mesmerizing as these creatures transform into fierce warriors to protect themselves. Intriguingly depicted by Tsukioka Masanobu's artwork 'Kamada Masakiyos Wife, ' dating back to 1757 but recreated in 1924 Japan; it highlights how humans have been captivated by these enchanting creatures for centuries. However, not all stories about they are delightful. The image titled 'Eaten Alive' reminds us that nature can be both beautiful and brutal. It serves as a reminder of the harsh realities that wildlife faces daily. From ancient art to modern-day photographs like 'Sumo Wrestlers in Action' from 1899 or even capturing moments like a Tokay GECKO on wooden flooring; these images showcase different perspectives on our fascination with these elusive creatures. Let your imagination soar as you explore more about Gekkos - from their vibrant colors and patterns seen in species like Lined Gecko (Gekko vittatus) to their presence amidst serene landscapes such as Crouching Dragon Plum Tree Kameido series Array. " Embrace curiosity and dive into the captivating world of Gekkos where science meets artistry.