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A Gold Dust Day Gecko (Phelsuma laticauda laticauda) from Kailua-Kona on the Island of Hawai'i, Hawaii, United States.
In particular, its a Red Torch Ginger flower and Gold Dust Day Gecko (some names huh?) If you look close you can see the insect it’s after too . Akaka Falls State Park, Hawaii
L: 15-22 cm
This diurnal gecko species was introduced as a form of pest control [en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phelsuma].
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia (Reptilien)
Order: Squamata (scaled reptiles, Schuppenkriechtiere)
Family: Gekkonidae
Subfamily: Gekkoninae
Genus: Phelsuma GRAY, 1825 (day gekkos)
[det. "Charlie@LincsBeetles", 2013, based on this photo]
probably: Phelsuma laticauda BOETTGER, 1880 (Gold Dust Day Gekko, Goldstaub-Taggekko)
more info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gold_dust_day_gecko
USA, Hawaii, Big Island: vic. Kona, June 2009
RIMG0401
Nonnative. Led me on a merry hide-and-seek, but finally caught it in all its glory. I can see why a certain corporation chose this species as its advertising spokesgecko. It doesn't get much cuter!
Seen at the Royal Kona Museum and Coffee Mill (on the treehouse steps in the parking lot) on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Geckos modeling in Puna, Hawaii. (Specifically, the are Gold Dust Day Geckos, which were introduced from Madagascar)
Native to Madagascar, the Gold Dust Day Gecko has been introduced to the Seychelles and the Hawaiian Islands. This guy was just yards from the beach at the Mauna Kea Resort.
Phelsuma laticauda
Squamata/Gekkonidae
Hawaii County - Mauna Kea, Hawaii
© 2006 Keith A. Alderman
Though I have seen this in the wild in Madagascar, this individual is a captive specimen. Native to northern Madagascar and the Comoros Islands.
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Phelsuma laticauda laticauda (Gold Dust Day Gecko)
Kalaheo, Kauai, Hawaii
I first spotted this colorful gecko while lounging poolside in Kauai. As I was laying down I saw it dart around underneath the deck above the planter that was behind me. The next day I decided to bring my camera to the pool in case it made another appearance. Not only did I see it again, but there were two. One was considerably larger (about 6 inches long; the smaller one was thinner and about 1-2 inches shorter). I'm not sure if one was a male and the other was a female, or if the smaller one was younger. Based on their behavior I'm guessing that it was a male and female specimen (the bigger one seemed to be chasing around and trying to attract the attention of the smaller one). After researching the identity of this lizard I learned that it was originally from Madagascar, the Comoros Islands, and the Farquhar atoll in Seychelles. According to geckoweb.org it had been introduced to the Hawaiian islands in 1974 when a student released eight specimens on the University of Hawaii campus. Gold Dust Day Geckos feed on small insects, nectar, pollen, sweet sap, and juices from over-ripe fruit.
Native to Madagascar, this species was introduced in Hawaii and is thriving on several of the large islands.
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Gold dust day gecko
Native northern Madagascar, and the Comoros; Introduced to Hawaii and other Pacific islands.
Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, USA
Phelsuma laticauda laticauda (Gold Dust Day Gecko)
Kalaheo, Kauai, Hawaii
I first spotted this colorful gecko while lounging poolside in Kauai. As I was laying down I saw it dart around underneath the deck above the planter that was behind me. The next day I decided to bring my camera to the pool in case it made another appearance. Not only did I see it again, but there were two. One was considerably larger (about 6 inches long; the smaller one was thinner and about 1-2 inches shorter). I'm not sure if one was a male and the other was a female, or if the smaller one was younger. Based on their behavior I'm guessing that it was a male and female specimen (the bigger one seemed to be chasing around and trying to attract the attention of the smaller one). After researching the identity of this lizard I learned that it was originally from Madagascar, the Comoros Islands, and the Farquhar atoll in Seychelles. According to geckoweb.org it had been introduced to the Hawaiian islands in 1974 when a student released eight specimens on the University of Hawaii campus. Gold Dust Day Geckos feed on small insects, nectar, pollen, sweet sap, and juices from over-ripe fruit.
Phelsuma laticauda laticauda (Gold Dust Day Gecko)
Kalaheo, Kauai, Hawaii
I first spotted this colorful gecko while lounging poolside in Kauai. As I was laying down I saw it dart around underneath the deck above the planter that was behind me. The next day I decided to bring my camera to the pool in case it made another appearance. Not only did I see it again, but there were two. One was considerably larger (about 6 inches long; the smaller one was thinner and about 1-2 inches shorter). I'm not sure if one was a male and the other was a female, or if the smaller one was younger. Based on their behavior I'm guessing that it was a male and female specimen (the bigger one seemed to be chasing around and trying to attract the attention of the smaller one). After researching the identity of this lizard I learned that it was originally from Madagascar, the Comoros Islands, and the Farquhar atoll in Seychelles. According to geckoweb.org it had been introduced to the Hawaiian islands in 1974 when a student released eight specimens on the University of Hawaii campus. Gold Dust Day Geckos feed on small insects, nectar, pollen, sweet sap, and juices from over-ripe fruit.
He lives in my house, pays no rent, yet expects to be fed. Phelsuma laticauda. Nikon 105mm macro lens with pop-up flash on Nikon D800
Geckos modeling in Puna, Hawaii. (Specifically, they are Gold Dust Day Geckos, which were introduced from Madagascar)
Geckos are not native to Hawaii - this species was introduced from Madagascar. They are helpful for controlling insects like mosquitoes (also not native!). This one is a gold dust day gecko (Phelsuma laticauda) checking out a heliconia.
An image I have posted before, however cropped a little closer to make this beauty stand out better.
Gold Dust Day Geckos are very addicting to shoot. Such amazing little lizards. Unfortunately, they are one of many invasive species on the Hawaiian islands. This one was licking Coke off the side of a plastic garbage bin.
Nikon D90 + Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm 1:2,8G VR, hand-held.
Botanical Garden Halle, reptiles exposition
Finally I had a chance to see and shoot those pretty geckos! It took me 2 days to find one as they are so invisible until you see the first one. Once the eye knows what to look for, they are a bit easier to find - although much smaller than I thought!
Geckos modeling in Puna, Hawaii. (Specifically, they are Gold Dust Day Geckos, which were introduced from Madagascar)
Finally I had a chance to see and shoot those pretty geckos! It took me 2 days to find one as they are so invisible until you see the first one. Once the eye knows what to look for, they are a bit easier to find - although much smaller than I thought!
The gold dust day gecko (Phelsuma laticauda).
Geckos play a role in the Hawaiian ecosystem as pest controllers, eating insects. They are also a part of Hawaiian culture and folklore, with some stories even portraying them as sacred creatures.
Though I have seen this in the wild in Madagascar, this individual is a captive specimen. Native to northern Madagascar and the Comoros Islands.
The use of any of my photos, of any file size, for any purpose, is subject to approval by me. Contact me for permission. Image files are available upon request. My email address can be found at my Flickr profile page. Or send me a FlickrMail.