[ajb28221]

Hello everyone, I have recently purchased my first Standing's Day Gecko. Before purchasing I did extreme amounts of research and preparation for my incoming hatchling, I know all the basic stuff that you would find on all the care sheets on the web but I'm looking for tips and tricks from other fellow Phelsuma keepers.

Thanks!

[adamkwas]

First off, I have never kept standingi, and therefore can't give you any first hand experience. However I think you'll find standingi aren't too difficult to keep, if you follow all the guidelines. Standingi like it a little dryer than other Phelsuma species. They're one of the largest species meaning you're going to need something fairly large to house one in long-term; 18 x 24 x 24 minimum, in my mind. I'm sure you're aware they'll benefit from UV lighting and weekly food dustings, too.

[PassPort]

They need space and heat to do well. They do come from the south west corner of Mad and it is a much dryer and hotter region. I'd say ambients of 80-85F day w/ a 100F+ hotspot should do the trick. Make sure you have enough room for them to thermoregulate - it should be able to get to the 75-80F range near the floor of the tank. A night time drop down to the 70-75F area is perfect.

They love fruit and like to be kept bright. The brighter the tank the better their colors will be.

[ajb28221]

Sweet thanks guys!