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Definition of mourning gecko

mourning gecko

Plural:mourning geckos
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mourning gecko Lexical Profile

• noun

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A small, primarily nocturnal species of gecko (Lepidodactylus lugubris) widespread in tropical coastal areas of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, renowned for being an almost entirely female species that reproduces through parthenogenesis.

Example

"Because the mourning gecko reproduces via parthenogenesis, a single female placed in an enclosure can eventually produce an entire colony."

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mourning gecko. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mourning gecko
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