Phelsuma astriata semicarinata
A species of Day geckos Scientific name : Phelsuma astriata semicarinata Genus : Day geckos
Phelsuma astriata semicarinata, A species of Day geckos
Scientific name: Phelsuma astriata semicarinata
Genus: Day geckos
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Description
Phelsuma astriata semicarinata is renowned for its remarkable resilience, thriving across diverse African habitats from wetlands to forests. A distinguishing ecological behavior is its sunlight-dependency, as it gains essential nutrients through basking. Additionally, its ability to modify diets from insects to nectar is key to its adaptive success, highlighting an intriguing shift in feeding strategy contingent on resource availability.
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Phelsuma astriata semicarinata sustains on an omnivorous diet, primarily consuming invertebrates like spiders and moths. It also feeds on soft fruits, the nectar of blossoms, and occasionally licks honeydew secreted by insects.
Appearance
Phelsuma astriata semicarinata is a small, brightly colored day gecko. With a flattened, elongated body, it can reach up to 10 cm in length. This reptile species has smooth skin, distinguished by a vibrant green-blue color, often with red or orange spots on its back and tail. Its head usually manifests blue bands. Males typically exhibit more pronounced blue color and larger spots than females. This species does not show significant physical variation with age or between different subspecies.
Behavior
Phelsuma astriata semicarinata is an arboreal and diurnal species, largely observed foraging for insects and fruit. This semi-territorial gecko is predominantly solitary but has occasional social interactions during mating periods. Key survival adaptations include exceptional camouflage, aligning its color with the environment, and swift evasion capabilities when threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Day geckos Species
Phelsuma astriata semicarinata 
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