Speckled Day Gecko

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Phelsuma guttata

Speckled Day Gecko, a reference photo
Photo: CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

The speckled day gecko (Phelsuma guttata) is a diurnal species of geckos. It lives in eastern Madagascar and typically inhabits rainforests and dwells on trees. The speckled day gecko feeds on insects and nectar.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Speckled 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 guttata

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