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Definition of crested gecko
crested gecko
Plural:crested geckos
crested gecko Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A small to medium-sized species of gecko native to the tropical forests of southern New Caledonia, distinguished by a fringe of specialized scales above its eyes and running down its back.
Example
"The crested gecko is a highly popular pet reptile due to its docile nature and relatively simple care requirements."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crested gecko. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crested gecko