Giant Day Gecko
Phelsuma grandis
As the name implies, this gecko is active during the day. They have a beautiful green color with red stripes and spots. During mating season, the male will shake his tail or body and vocalize. If the female does not accept the proposal, she may turn a darker shade of green.
Diett
In the wild, they mainly eat insects, but also a lot of fruit and nectar
Størrelse
Can reach 30 cm. Considered a relatively large gecko.
Levealder
On average 6-8 years, but they have been documented up to 20 years
Behavior
These lizards live mainly in trees and bushes, and easily jump between dense branches. In nature, the males will form territories and defend areas with their lives. Males allow females to enter these areas to mate with them, and if males cross borders they will fight. The males are especially territorial during the mating season and will constantly compete with each other.
Habiat Locations
Madagascar