Phelsuma grandis

Phelsuma grandis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Gekkonidae
Genus: Phelsuma
Species:
P. grandis
Binomial name
Phelsuma grandis
Gray, 1870
Synonyms
  • Phelsuma madagascariensis grandis Gray, 1870

Phelsuma grandis is a diurnal arboreal species of day gecko. These geckos are part of the Phelsuma group, which consists of in excess of 70 species and subspecies. They are commonly referred to as the Madagascar giant day gecko, due to their large size. They are native to areas of tropical and subtropical forest in northern Madagascar, but have been introduced to several other subtropical locations outside their range. P. grandis feeds on various invertebrates, very small vertebrates, and nectars. It is bred and sold as an exotic pet.

  1. ^ Ratsoavina, F.; Glaw, F.; Rakotondrazafy, N.A. (2011). "Phelsuma grandis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2011: e.T193490A8863630. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2011-2.RLTS.T193490A8863630.en. Retrieved 19 November 2021.

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