One of the largest species of day gecko, Standing’s Day Gecko is found in the dry southwest of the Island of Madagascar, off the coast of East Africa.
Like other Day Geckos this species eats a range of invertebrates, nectar and pollen. Males and females can both be very territorial, defending their home tree from same-sex rivals. Geckos are great climbers and use special scales on the underside of their toes to cling to surfaces.
Tiny hair-like scales hook into any irregularity in the surface, meaning these lizards can even walk upside-down on glass.
Scientific Name:
Phelsuma standingi
Status:
Vulnerable
Size:
Up to 30cm
Weight:
40-80g
Life Span in Wild:
Up to 5 years
Habitat:
Dry forest and thornbush
Diet:
Omnivore
Insects, nectar and fruit
Southwest Madagascar
Snakes, Birds of prey
Diurnal, Arboreal
This species is threatened by the loss, degradation and fragmentation of its native habitat due to human activities. It is also illegally harvested for the international pet trade
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