The gold dust day gecko is a special type of gecko to care for that can be interesting for all of your family. Everything you need to know about them is contained in this article.

Gold Dust Day Gecko - Facts

1. Description:

   The gold dust day gecko is a specific type of gecko whose scientific name is Phelsuma laticauda. They get their name from their light green to yellow-green coloring.

2. Varieties:

   The gold gecko can vary according to its size, behavior, habits, and markings.

3. History:

   The gold dust day gecko has been widely distributed around the world. It is originally from Madagascar and has also been introduced into the Hawaiian Islands and the southern Seychelles.

4. Physical Traits:

   The gold dust gecko is light green to yellow-green in color. There are three red teardrop markings that are quite long and dotting down their backs. They have light blue coloring around the eyes and a slightly flattened tail.

5. Other Defining Characteristics:

   These geckos are known for being able to be bred well while in captivity.

6. Habitat:

   The proper humidity and temperature for this type of gecko is 50 and 85% and 82 to 88 F degrees. The temperature can decrease slightly during the winter.

Gold Dust Day Gecko - Concerns

1. Benefits:

   The benefit to having this type of gecko is that its very beautiful and unique markings and very enjoyable to view.

2. Liabilities:

   Since the male gold dust day gecko is highly territorial, it is not advised to have more than one male in a cage.

3. Health Issues:

   With proper care and feeding, you can prevent most health issues. As long as you keep their cage at the proper temperature and humidity, you can prevent illness for your gecko and give them a healthy life.

4. Specific Care Needs:

   You will need to provide live plants in your gecko's cage. You will also need to provide perches and other objects to recreate their natural habitat.

5. Reaction to Children and other Pets:

   These lizards may become frightened or aggressive when exposed to children and other pets.

6. Special Household Needs:

   The most important household need for this gecko is keeping it at the proper warmth and humidity.

Gold Dust Day Gecko - How to Choose

1. What to Look for:

   You should look for a gecko with an interesting marking scheme or vibrant colors. Since they spend most of their time in cages and not handled, you will want a gecko that is appealing to watch.

2. Supplies:

   You will need a least a 20-gallon cage if you have 2 geckos. You will need to provide food, water, plants, substrate, and a heat source.

3. Expense:

   Caring for this type of gecko is expensive because of the size of the cage required and the amount of care needed to maintain the heat and humidity.