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A short breath extends the mating calls of male tokay geckos

Tokay geckos (Gekko gecko), large and mostly nocturnal geckos native to parts of Asia, are among the few nonbird reptiles that make sounds to attract potential mates, defend their territory and signal distress.

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Male tokay geckos produce vocalizations to attract mates, defend territory, and signal distress. Their calls start with quieter rattles and then shift to louder two‑part sounds that can be described as “ge‑ko” or “to‑kay.” These vocal behaviors are among the few non‑bird reptile sounds used for communication. The study highlights the species’ unique use of sound in social interactions.

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