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Madagascar day gecko

Phelsuma madagascariensis

Description:

Phelsuma madagascariensis is a species of day gecko that lives in Madagascar. It is among the most widespread day geckos and is found in a wide range of habitats. With a length of up to 30.5 centimeters (12.0 in), it is also the largest day gecko in Madagascar.

Notes:

This gecko was spotted at National Zoo in Washington, D.C.. There are 4 subspecies of Phelsuma madagascariensis, but the zoo signage only identified this one to species level.

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Aaron_G
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Aaron_G

Washington, USA

Spotted on Jul 25, 2012
Submitted on Jul 31, 2012

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