Which reptile has the largest eyes?
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Among reptiles, large-eyed geckos and some snakes are notable, but no single universal record is universally established across all reptiles. Proportionally, many nocturnal geckos have the most oversized eyes.
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There is no single universally accepted “largest eyes” record for all reptiles, because it can be measured by absolute size or by proportion to body size. Nocturnal geckos are especially famous for having very large eyes relative to their bodies, which helps them see in low light. Some snake species also have conspicuous eyes adapted for hunting, but geckos are often the clearest example of extreme visual specialization. Eye size is closely tied to lifestyle, especially nocturnal or arboreal behavior.
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