Geckos are often found around buildings and docks in the tropics. Many of the species in north america are thought to have come on board sailing ships from other tropical ports. Look for Geckos at El Moro in San Juan National Historical Park or in the Everglades National Park in Florida. Salamanders The Americas have far more salamanders than all the rest of the world put together. Salamanders need moisture to survive.
Salamanders hide by day and prowl by night.
Look for salamanders in Mammoth Cave National Park .