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Geckos are small, harmless reptiles that feed on insects and mosquitoes, making them excellent allies for the domestic ecosystem. However, their presence in the home can be annoying for some people, especially those who are afraid of reptiles or simply do not like their company.
Although they do not represent a danger, geckos can leave excrement on walls and near light sources, where they gather to hunt insects. If you want to keep them away naturally, without using chemicals that are harmful to the environment or your health, here are some effective remedies you can try.
1. Garlic and onion
The strong smell of garlic and onion is a natural repellent for geckos. You can place garlic cloves or onion slices near doors, windows and corners of the house where they could enter.
2. Pepper and Chili
Geckos are sensitive to strong odors. Mix water with black pepper or chili powder and spray this solution in the critical areas of the house.
3. Eggshells
A traditional method to repel geckos is to place eggshells in the access points. It is thought that geckos associate the shells with the presence of a predator and leave.
4. Peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils
Peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils have a strong odor that bothers geckos. Add a few drops of essential oil to water and spray it in the areas frequented by reptiles.
5. Coffee grounds and tobacco
Another natural remedy is to mix coffee grounds with crushed tobacco and place the mixture in the areas where geckos pass. This smell is unpleasant for them and discourages them from staying.
6. Cleanliness and order
Geckos seek safe havens to hide. Keeping the house clean, without corners full of boxes or piled up objects, reduces the chances of finding shelter and encourages them to leave.
7. Reduce the food source
Removing insects and mosquitoes means reducing the interest of geckos in your home. Use mosquito nets and natural methods to keep insects away.
These natural remedies will help you keep geckos away without harming them. Try different solutions to find the most effective for your home.
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