Wall geckos, which are common household reptiles, can pose risks and create discomfort due to various myths and fears surrounding them. While some cultures forbid killing geckos, recent reports suggest these reptiles can be harmful due to their potential to carry bacteria.
A study by Oboegbulem S.I and Iseghohimhen A.U. in Nsukka, Nigeria, found that wall geckos carry Salmonellae bacteria, which causes salmonellosis, a disease with symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
To remove wall geckos from your home, you should consider these methods:
1. Use Pesticides.
Pesticides can effectively eliminate geckos and other pests. Mothballs, a common type of pesticide, emit a scent that can repel these reptiles, but they are also toxic, so you have to be careful when using it.
2. Use Sticky Traps.
Sticky traps, typically made of adhesive paper or cardboard, can be placed on walls, windows, or floors to catch geckos. While these traps don’t kill the geckos outright, they immobilize them for easy disposal.READ FULL STORY HERE TO CONTINUE READING>⏩
3. Fumigate Your Home Seasonally.
Fumigation can eliminate geckos and other household pests. However, this method requires you to vacate the premises for a few days due to potentially harmful fumes.
4. Eliminate Gecko-Friendly Conditions.
Reduce the appeal of your home to geckos by sealing cracks, blocking entry points, and clearing out hiding spots. Once identified, these areas should be cleaned and fumigated.
5. Try Home Remedies.
Some home remedies are said to deter geckos such as;
– Broken Eggshells: Geckos are believed to avoid eggshells, which they may perceive as a threat. Place broken eggshells in strategic locations around your home.
– Garlic and Salt Mixture: Blending garlic and salt can produce a scent that repels geckos. Spread this mixture in areas where geckos are commonly seen.⏩