Common House Lizards- Pest Fact

• Common name : Common House Lizard
• Scientific name : Common House Lizard
• Identification :

  Characteristics	Specifications
  Size (Adults)	Approx. 7.5 – 15 m
  Body shape	4 legs covered with rows of lamellae which enabled them to climb
  General body colour	Brown, upper surface of body covered with small granules
  Features	Tail will regenerate if detached

• Pest Behavior

  • Preys on other insects like flies, mosquitoes, as well as spiders
  • Commonly found in urbanized areas

• General Control Habits/Safety

  • Identification
    • Mostly active in the evening, but can be found during the day
    • Check for droppings on walls, floors and tables – house lizards excrete brownish pellet-like droppings
    • If you keep cats or dogs, monitor their behavior (large pets tend to chase after lizards)
  • General Control Techniques
    • Call ORIGIN and a technician will assist you
    • Common treatment methods include trapping
  • Prevention
    • Dispose of garbage in a thoughtful manner (this includes tying the bag securely and immediate disposal)
    • Practice better sanitation and hygiene habits
    • Leave food in air-tight containers
• Glossary
  • Lamellae – Plate-like structure in an animal
  • Granules – Particles of a specific size