Species Detail
Gold Dust Day Gecko
Geckos

Gold Dust Day Gecko

Phelsuma laticauda

Habitat

Tropical forests, banana plantations, and human gardens.

Range

Northern Madagascar, introduced to Hawaii and other Pacific islands

Adult Size

4-5 in (10-13 cm)

Diet

Insects, nectar, pollen

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Southern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Southern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Sep โ€“ Nov

Active daytime feeding. Feed daily โ€” 3-5 small insects plus fruit puree (mango, banana) 2-3 times per week.

Summer
Dec โ€“ Feb

Peak appetite. Daily insects, fruit every other day. Provide nectar substitutes for energy.

Autumn
Mar โ€“ May

Steady feeding. Daily insects, fruit twice weekly.

Winter
Jun โ€“ Aug

Slightly reduced. Feed insects every other day, fruit once weekly. Maintain heat and UVB.