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Phelsuma v-nigra v-nigra
Scientific name:
- Phelsuma v-nigra v-nigra BOETTGER 1913
Scientific synonyms:
- Phelsuma v-nigra KLUGE 1993
General introduction:
- This small diurnal gecko of about 11 cm lives in the Comoros. It typically inhabits trees and bushes. Phelsuma v-nigra v-nigra feeds on insects and nectar.
Description:
- This lizard belongs to the smallest day geckos. It can reach a maximum length of approximately 10 cm. The body colour is bright green, which may have a blue hue. There is a red v-shaped stripe on the snout and two red bars between the eyes. On the back there often are a number of small red-brick coloured dots. The typical v-shaped marking on the throat may not be present in adults. The ventral side is yellow.
Distribution:
- This species only inhabits the island Moheli in the Comoros.
Habitat:
- Phelsuma v-nigra v-nigra is found on banana trees and human dwellings.
Diet:
- These day geckos feed on various insects and other invertebrates. They also like to lick soft, sweet fruit, pollen and nectar.
Behaviour:
Reproduction:
- At a temperature of 28°C, the young will hatch after approximately 45 days. The juveniles measure 35 mm.
Care and maintenance in captivity:
- These animals should be housed in pairs and need a medium sized, well planted terrarium. The daytime temperature should be between 28 and 30°C and 24 and 26°C at night. The humidity should be around 70%. A two month winter cooldown should be included during which temperature is 25°C at daytime and 20°C at night. In captivity, these animals can be fed with crickets, wax moth larvae, fruit flies, mealworms and houseflies.
References:
- Henkel, F.-W. and W. Schmidt (1995) Amphibien und Reptilien Madagaskars, der Maskarenen, Seychellen und Komoren. Ulmer Stuttgart. ISBN 3800173239
- McKeown, Sean (1993) The general care and maintenance of day geckos. Advanced Vivarium Systems, Lakeside CA.
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P. v-nigra v-nigra images | Phelsuma
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