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Lizards (House Geckos)
House geckos are extremely common in Qatar homes and are generally harmless they feed on insects. However, large numbers become a hygiene concern as their droppings contaminate surfaces, food preparation areas, and stored goods. In food businesses, gecko activity constitutes a hygiene violation.
SIGNS OF INFESTATION
- Gecko droppings are small and dark, with a white tip on walls and surfaces.
- Sightings on walls and ceilings, especially near light sources at night,
- shed gecko skin found in undisturbed corners or storage areas,
- Gecko eggs are small, hard, white ovals in hidden wall cavities.
PREVENTION TIPS
- Reduce outdoor lighting directly on building walls light attracts insects,
- which attract geckos, seal gaps around window frames, door edges,
- and wall penetrations, use insect screens on windows and doors to reduce the insect food source,
- remove clutter and wall decorations that provide hiding spots,
- Maintain regular cleaning to remove gecko droppings promptly.