Madagascar Giant Day Gecko
Phelsuma grandis
- Class
- Reptile
- Rarity
- Common
- Observations
- 1,108
- Most observed in
- 🇲🇬 Madagascar
- Conservation
- Least Concern
Description
Phelsuma grandis is a diurnal arboreal species of day gecko. These geckos are part of the Phelsuma group, which consists of in excess of 70 species and subspecies. They are commonly referred to as the Madagascar giant day gecko, due to their large size. They are native to areas of tropical and subtropical forest in northern Madagascar, but have been introduced to several other subtropical locations outside their range. P. grandis feeds on various invertebrates, very small vertebrates, and nectars. It is bred and sold as an exotic pet.
Summary adapted from the Wikipedia article “Phelsuma grandis”.