Short-headed Day Gecko
Phelsuma breviceps
Phelsuma breviceps is a diurnal species of gecko that is native to south-east Madagascar and typically dwells on trees and bushes. Its diet in the wild consists mainly of insects.
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Description
This lizard belongs to the smallest day geckos. It can reach a maximum total length of about 10 cm. This species is easily recognised by its short snout, after which it has been named. The basic body colour is light grey to brownish. On the back there are light blue and dark dots and stripes. The legs have light blue spots.
Range & habitat
This species inhabits south-west Madagascar. It is found in the area around Toliara and near the Tsimanampetsotsa-lake.
Wikipedia: “Distribution”
What it does
These day geckos feed on various insects, other invertebrates and nectar, both in the wild and in captivity.
Wikipedia: “Diet”
Where it lives
Recorded sightings
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geo-referenced records in GBIF, from museums, herbaria and field observers.
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This page is assembled live from iNaturalist, GBIF, Wikipedia, the Source Library and the Internet Archive. It is not yet part of the hand-edited codex. iNaturalist taxon 34061.