Kamal Ghorui
Lizards on walls are a common sight in Indian homes, especially during warm and humid seasons. Though house lizards are harmless, finding their eggs on your walls and door cracks or anywhere inside your home can be an uncomfortable view. If you see lizard eggs anywhere, it means that the reptile has found your house safe enough to breed. Now this might be a problem as it means more lizards in the near future. It is important to identify these eggs and remove them safely for hygiene purposes. On this note, let’s have a look at how to identify lizard eggs and how to eliminate them from your home.How do lizard eggs look likeThe main issue is that lizard eggs are small, sometimes as small as your fingernail! It is very easy to overlook or walk over them and make a mess. Of course you do not want that. These are mostly oval-shaped and have white or off-white outer shells. Unlike bird or snake eggs, lizard eggs do not possess a hard exterior. But these are soft to touch, have a leathery, or slightly rubbery feel. Not many must be aware of the fact that most house lizards lay two eggs at a time. So you’ll often find them in pairs or small clusters.Also, another prominent feature of the lizard eggs is that it sticks lightly to surfaces such as on walls, on the corners, or door cracks. When these eggs mature, you can also find faint vein-like patterns through the shell, which means a developing embryo.Common places in house where lizards lay eggs House lizards like dark and warm locations to lay their eggs. These eggs are commonly found:In wall cracks, crevices, or ceiling gaps Behind cupboards, wardrobes, and bookshelvesBehind wall hangingsUnder kitchen sinks or bathroom cabinetsBehind refrigerators, microwave or washing machinesInside shoe racksAre lizard eggs poisonous?So the answer is no. Lizard eggs themselves are not poisonous but lizards carry bacteria such as Salmonella. So it is suggested not to touch the eggs with bare hands. Avoid direct contact. The main concern is quickly increasing the lizard population in your home.Safe removal Here’s how you can safely remove the eggs from your house:Wear gloves: Wear disposable or reusable gloves. Protect yourself first.Lift gently using paper or cardboard: Lizard eggs are extremely fragile. Use a piece of paper, cardboard, or a spatula to carefully slide under the eggs. Avoid moving or rotating the eggs: Lizard eggs are sensitive to movement. Make sure you don’t damage the embryo.Disposal: Place the eggs in a sealed bag or container and dispose of them in outdoor garbage.Relocate: You can also relocate them outdoors to a shaded or protected area, far away from your home.When you are done removing, clean the whole region with disinfectant spray.How to prevent lizards from laying eggs in your housePrevention is always better than cure: Find the all the cracks and gaps, seal them immediatelyKeep kitchens and bathrooms dryMake your house insect freeDeclutterYou can also crush egg shells on the corners Seek professional help
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If the problem persists, seek help from a professional pest control service. There is no doubt that lizard eggs inside your house can be creepy, but with the right approach, the problem can be solved.
