Day Gecko - Five Sisters Zoo

Also known as Neon Day Geckos, individuals are yellow and turquoise in colour. They have a dark stripe on each side, a dark colour on their back legs and a white abdomen. They have flattened bodies, sticky pads on their toes, and lidless round eyes.

Facts

Diet: Omnivore. Small invertebrates, fruit, flowers and seeds.

Weight: 1.75g

Length: 9 cm

Habitat: Madagascar. Forested areas with dry bamboo for both shelter and to lay their eggs in.

Life span: 10-15 years

Adapted to Survive

  • Their flattened body allows them to live in small cracks in bamboo and bark, hiding them from predators.

Threats

  • Population fragmentation and habitat loss due to bamboo removal, slash and burn agriculture
  • Illegal pet and wildlife trade

IUCN Conservation Status

Endangered

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