Madagascar day gecko
A species of Day geckos Scientific name : Phelsuma madagascariensis Genus : Day geckos
Madagascar day gecko, A species of Day geckos
Scientific name: Phelsuma madagascariensis
Genus: Day geckos
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Description
Phelsuma madagascariensis is a species of day gecko that lives in Madagascar. It is among the most widespread day geckos and is found in a wide range of habitats. With a length of up to 30.5 centimetres (12.0Â in), it is also the largest day gecko in Madagascar. (The highly restricted Round Island day gecko is the only other extant species with a similar maximum length; the extinct Rodrigues giant day gecko was even larger.)
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Madagascar day gecko primarily subsists on a diet of invertebrates. It shows a particular preference for small arthropods and occasionally feeds on nectar, pollen, fruits, and other plant materials.
Appearance
Madagascar day gecko is a medium-sized, flat-bodied lizard with smooth, bright, scale-covered skin. The primary coloration is a vivid green, often with red or blue spots and stripes, and a white or light-colored underside. Madagascar day gecko has a long tail and two pairs of fully-developed limbs with adhesive toe pads, which aid them in clinging to smooth surfaces. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Madagascar day gecko is a diurnal species, typically visible and active during the day. They are arboreal, residing usually in trees, and showcase amazing climbing skills, adhering to surfaces via specialized toe pads. Although largely solitary creatures, their mating process involves peculiar courtship displays. They exhibit territorial behavior, aggressively defending their space from intruders. Furthermore, madagascar day gecko do not generally migrate, with survival adaptations to their specific rainforest habitats.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Common geckos Genus
Day geckos Species
Madagascar day gecko 
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