Gold Dust Day Geckos are a species of dappled-colored lizards that are diurnal in nature (and hence the word ‘day’ in their name). Other than the nominate species, one more subspecies of this lizard has yet been recognized. They are quarrelsome, and do not tolerate other males (and sometimes, even females, other than mating season. These lizards are common in the pet trade.
| Kingdom |
Animalia |
| Phylum |
Chordata |
| Class |
Reptilia |
| Order |
Squamata |
| Family |
Gekkonidae |
| Genus |
Phelsuma |
| Species |
P. laticauda |
| Scientific Name |
Phelsuma laticauda |
| Length |
15–22 cm (6–9 in) |
| Coloration |
Bright green or yellowish green (rarely blue), while on the lower back there are three tapering red bars, with three rust-colored transverse bars on the snout and head |
| Distribution |
Mostly insectivorous, feeding on insects and other invertebrates, and other smaller lizards; also consume tender, sweet fruits, pollen and nectar from flowers |
| Habitat |
Mostly in areas covered with large trees |
| Diet |
Insects and nectar |
| Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous (egg laying) |
| IUCN Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
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I found a Gold Dust day gecko in my orchid greenhouse.
I have never seen one before.
I live in Lakeland, Florida and was wondering does it belong here in Florida? Is it an invasive species here in Florida? So far I have seen no mention of them being here in Florida.
Any information would be helpful.