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Originally Posted by that_girl
We are looking at getting a p. standingi ourselves at the Tinley reptile show this weekend. We are planning on feeding CGD exclusively, housing in a 20 gal aquarium with a 90 degree hot spot for basking. Once Kyle gets it done, I'm sure he'll post pictures. It'll have live plants and bamboo for chillin' on.
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Just a few comments on how you plan on keeping them:
(1) Feeding CGD as a sole diet for Phelsuma is not well-researched. Every Phelsuma species I've kept are at least as interested in live prey as they are fruit/pollen based mixtures. I'm also suspect of D3/calcium levels in CGD being adequate as a sole source of nutrition for Phelsuma. This is simply based off my personal observations over the last 5-6 yrs concerning their nature, reproductive habits, etc.
(2) P. standingi, like other "arid" species enjoy warmer ambient temperatures and higher basking spots. Even some of my more delicate species have 90-93*F basking spots. I'd offer something a few degrees warmer for a basking spot. I've been told by a friend of mine theirs even respond well to a basking spot over 100*F.
(3) If you plan on keeping Phelsuma in a standard aquarium with a screen top, also plan on getting a butterfly net or large fish net. These geckos are arboreal in nature and have a natural inclination to run towards the top (higher). Startling one with even a slightly ajar top will likely result in chasing around a (surprisingly fast) blue streak for a few minutes.
And one other side note, since P. standingi prefer slightly drier air and warmer temps than most other Phelsuma, you'll have to choose your plants accordingly. Mother-in-law tongue (Sansevieria) are never out of place and usually available at local big-box places.
Whatever you do, enjoy your Phelsuma. I know I do!