Phelsuma nigristriata explained

The Island day gecko (Phelsuma nigristriata) is a species of gecko.^[1]

Distribution

Phelsuma nigristriata is endemic to Mayotte.^[1]

Description

It is a diurnal and arboreal gecko that has an elongated appearance. The top is green from the tail to the head. The underside is white. On its mid side, a black line goes up to eye level.

Etymology

The name of this species (nigristriata) means black stripes.

References

• Meier, 1984 : Zwei neue Formen der Gattung Phelsuma von den Komoren (Sauria: Gekkonidae). Salamandra,, n. 1, .

Notes and References

1. Web site: Phelsuma nigristriata. The Reptile Database. 2017-11-11.