tokay
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A large spotted gecko from Southeast Asia that makes loud repeated calls at night
- noun
- /toʊˈkeɪ/
- Indian
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tokay
- The tokay gecko is known for its loud call, which can be heard from a distance.
- tokay gecko
Examples
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While exploring the jungle, I spotted a tokay resting on a tree branch, its spotted skin blending into the surroundings.
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Plus, as mentioned above, tokays have the ability to color shift from light to dark to quite a degree.
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Tokay morphs, and looking at my own two tokays, I've started to wonder if my female might be a morph of some kind.
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In Southeast Asia, many people admire the vibrant colors and unique patterns of the tokay gecko.
Compounds
Flame Tokay
- Specialized
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A table grape with purple-red skin, large juicy berries and a sweet taste
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word tokay comes from Malay and Indonesian tokek, a name that copies the gecko's loud night call 'to-kay'. So the name is like the animal's voice, which helps you remember this spotted gecko famous for its loud, repeated calls.