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Basuki
Basuki was confiscated in 2024 while being trafficked for the pet trade and was transferred to the South Korean National Institute of Ecology prior to being rehomed to Alveus. She was most likely wild caught.
They are an ambassador to teach people about responsible pet ownership, proper care for reptiles, and the illegal wildlife trade.
- Species
Tokay Gecko
Gekko gecko (Reptiles & Amphibians)
- Conservation Status
- Native To
Asia (rainforests)
- Species Lifespan
Wild: Unknown
Captivity: 10 years
Did you know?
Tokay geckos communicate vocally, similar to birds and mammals, using a range of different vocalizations, including for defense and during mating season.
