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Double-spotted Gecko

Double-spotted Gecko (Gekko monarchus). The double-spotted gecko occurs across the Malay Peninsula, Borneo and nearby islands; spots alone are insufficient without body shape and locality.

PanduanHewan·Updated 23 September 2026·Gekko monarchus
About this guideThis guide was compiled from the listed species sources and observation records; it has not been reviewed by a taxonomic specialist. GBIF records are neither a census nor proof of native range.
Photograph of Double-spotted Gecko (Gekko monarchus).
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What is the Double-spotted Gecko?

Double-spotted Gecko refers to Gekko monarchus, in the genus Gekko, family Gekkonidae, and class Squamata. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.

Evidence: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗

What is known about the Double-spotted Gecko?

The double-spotted gecko occurs across the Malay Peninsula, Borneo and nearby islands; spots alone are insufficient without body shape and locality.

Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.

Evidence: Species account — background reading ↗

Habitat and field observations of the Double-spotted Gecko

Researchers near Lake Maninjau recorded individuals in a bathroom and a house; one observation was near eggs attached to a damp wall. These are local field notes, not evidence that every wall-clinging egg belongs to this species.

Evidence: Teynié, David & Ohler (2010) — Western Sumatra herpetofauna field study ↗

How many Indonesian records name the Double-spotted Gecko?

When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 285 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.

Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗

Where were observations reported?

Place labels appearing in the results include Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatera Utara. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.

Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗

How can you observe the Double-spotted Gecko?

A safe-distance photograph can record body, head and tail pattern and locality without handling the animal. Colour alone cannot establish whether a snake is venomous; seek local professional help if there is risk. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.

Explore related animals

To explore this group further, compare Double-spotted Gecko with Tokay Gecko, Flat-tailed House Gecko, Asian House Gecko. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.

Sources & references

  1. GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗
  2. GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
  3. Teynié, David & Ohler (2010) — Western Sumatra herpetofauna field study ↗
  4. iNaturalist — exact species taxon and community observations ↗
  5. Species account — background reading ↗

References can change. Check dates and context in the original source.