Giant Day Gecko Care Sheet
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Scientific Name:
Phelsuma madagascariensis grandis |
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Description
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| The Giant
Day Gecko's colour is green, often with red
or orange spotted patterns running down their heads
and back. This species is diurnal, meaning they are
active during the day. |
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Statistics |
| Estimated Size: |
11" to 13" |
| Average Lifespan: |
Up to 11 Years |
| Natural Location: |
Madagascar |
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Care Information |
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Food
& Water
The Giant Day Gecko is omnivorous, eating
both insects and fruits. They can be fed crickets,
mealworms, waxworms,
butterworms
etc. 2 - 3 times a week, along with different types of
fruit occaisionally. In the wild, a staple food is flower
nectar. All insects should be gut-loaded before feeding
to your Gecko. You should also dust the insects with a
multi-vitamin supplement. You can get reptile Vitamin
Spray as well, from your local pet store. Leave
a dish with water in the habitat at all times. Ensure
that the water is clean, changing it everyday. You can
also mist them, but they will get most of their water
from the dish.
Lighting, Temperature & Humidity
Use broad spectrum heat bulbs, and a flourescent or
other bulb with UVB. Direct sunlight (not through glass)
is recommended for natural vitamins. Keep the humidity
around 65%. You can use mistings to raise the humidity
levels if needed. The temperature should be kept between
80 degrees F to 85 degrees F. Do not let the temperature
get above 90 degrees F. The temperature should never
fall below 70 degrees F.
Housing
Giant Day Geckos need a fairly large enclosure. A 2.5'
x 2.5' x 2.5' should be sufficient for one. Never house
2 males together. Make sure to include cover for the
Gecko to hide under. Also include some branches for
climbing, as the Giant Day Gecko is
very active. Use large bark chips, reptile carpet or
newspaper for a substrate. |
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