Ornate Day Gecko

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Phelsuma ornata

Ornate Day Gecko, a reference photo
Photo: S Molteno · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The Mauritius ornate day gecko (Phelsuma ornata) is a diurnal species in the common gecko family, Gekkonidae. It occurs on the island of Mauritius, up to an elevation of 300 metres (980 ft), and most of the surrounding islands. It typically inhabits different trees and bushes. The Mauritius ornate day gecko feeds on insects and nectar from flowering plants.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Ornate Day Gecko being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Gekkonidae
Species
Phelsuma ornata

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