.png "Global Geckos")
Robert Mertens's day gecko (Phelsuma
robertmertensi) is diurnal species of lizard in
the family Gekkonidae. They are named after the German Herpetologist
Robert Mertens. The species is endemic to the Comros, and in the
wild are often found on banana trees or in abandoned vanilla orchid
plantations. They need high humidity and a well planted enclosure in order to
thrive. They feed on small insects and sometimes lick sweet fruits, pollen
& nectar.
These lizards are one of the smallest of its genus, P.
robertmertensi can reach a total length (including tail) of about 11
centimetres (4.3 in).
They are a striking colour, with the main body being blue or
green with flecks, an orange dorsal and the flanks being orange or brown.
These lizards are small & fast, therefore are not suitable for handling.
| Animal Information | |
| LATIN NAME | Phelsuma robertmertensi |
| DOB: | CB2021 |
| SEX | Unsexed |
| ADULT SIZE | 11cm (4.3in) |
| DIET | Insects, occasional soft fruit |
| TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS | 26-28C ambient 36-38C basking |
| ADULT ENCLOSURE SIZE | 30x30x60cm |
| LIFE-SPAN | 8+ years |
Robert Merten's Day Gecko
- Brand: Global Geckos
- Product Code: GLPRMDG21
- Availability: Ring to Enquire
- £120.00
-
£90.00
- Ex Tax: £75.00
Related Products
-228x228.jpg "Exo Terra Plastic Plant Ampallo")
Exo Terra Plastic Plant Ampallo
The Exo Terra range of hanging rainforest plants provides a great alternative to real plants i..
£5.99 Ex Tax: £4.99
-228x228.jpg "Exo Terra Plastic Plant Mandarin")
Exo Terra Plastic Plant Mandarin
The Exo Terra range of hanging rainforest plants provides a great alternative to real plants i..
£5.99 Ex Tax: £4.99
-228x228.jpg "Exo Terra Plastic Plant Croton")
Exo Terra Plastic Plant Croton
The Exo Terra range of hanging rainforest plants provides a great alternative to real plants i..
£5.99 Ex Tax: £4.99
Repashy Crested Gecko Diet 3oz / 6oz
Repashy crested gecko diet is the original artificial food for geckos. Developed by Allen Repashy (o..
£13.99 Ex Tax: £13.99
-228x228.jpg "Orchid Bark Fine Grade 60L")
Orchid Bark Fine Grade 60L
Orchid bark is a great substrate choice for enclosures that need to be kept humid. Made from 100% na..
£32.99 Ex Tax: £27.49
Repashy - Grubs n Fruit Diet 3oz / 6oz
Contains 30% real insects and 50% real fruit! Our Meal Replacement Powder (MRP) for all Fruit-Eating..
£13.99 Ex Tax: £13.99
Repashy SuperPig 3oz (84g)
Repashy Pigment Enhancement Formula is a Carotenoid Supplement designed to enhance the diet and appe..
£17.99 Ex Tax: £17.99
-228x228.jpg "Bamboo Tube")
Bamboo Tube
Bamboo Tubes are a sustainably sourced addition to any enclosure, Bamboo is very resistant to moistu..
£8.99 Ex Tax: £7.49
Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding 8.8L
Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding is made from 100% cypress mulch which is a great substrate choice for w..
£12.99 Ex Tax: £10.83
Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding 26.4L
Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding is made from 100% cypress mulch which is a great substrate choice for w..
£30.99 Ex Tax: £25.83
Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding 4.4L
Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding is made from 100% cypress mulch which is a great substrate choice for w..
£7.99 Ex Tax: £6.66
Pangea Fruit Mix Complete with Insects 2oz / 8oz
Pangea Fruit Mix Complete - Now with INSECTS!Pangea Fruit Mix With Insects, the newest addition to o..
£11.99 Ex Tax: £11.99
Epipremnum aureum (Devil's Ivy) - Medium
Devil's Ivy or Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a hardy plant species perfect for damp to very humid vi..
£7.99 Ex Tax: £6.66
Repashy Crested Gecko Diet - 'Classic' 3oz / 6oz
This is a "Remix" of our original formula that was very popular with some keepers. Banana, Date, and..
£13.99 Ex Tax: £13.99
Orchid Bark Chips Fine Grade 10L
This is Fine Grade 10 LitreProRep Orchid Bark Chips are used for all species that require a humidenv..
£7.99 Ex Tax: £6.66
Chameleon Enclosure Plant Bundle
A selection of live plants chosen by ourselves for Chameleon Vivariums. All of these plants are safe..
£54.99 Ex Tax: £45.83
-228x228.png "Dart Frog Enclosure Plant Bundle - Small")
Dart Frog Enclosure Plant Bundle - Small
A selection of live plants chosen by ourselves for Dart Frog Vivariums. All of these plants are safe..
£25.99 Ex Tax: £21.66
-228x228.png "Dart Frog Enclosure Plant Bundle - Large")
Dart Frog Enclosure Plant Bundle - Large
A selection of live plants chosen by ourselves for Dart Frog Vivariums. All of these plants are safe..
£37.99 Ex Tax: £31.66
Chlorophytum comosum (Spider Plant Lemon)
The Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a great small plant species for bioactive enclosures; and..
£6.99 Ex Tax: £5.83
Chlorophytum orchidastrum 'Fire Flash' (Sierre Leone Spider Lily)
Chlorophytum orchidastrum 'Orange Green' (Sierre Leone Spider Lily)..
£13.99 Ex Tax: £11.66
Crested Gecko Enclosure Plant Bundle - Small
A selection of live plants chosen by ourselves for Crested Gecko Vivariums. All of these plants are..
£24.99 Ex Tax: £20.83
Monstera adansonii (Monkey Mask Plant) Large
Monkey Mask Plant (Monstera adansonii) Also known as the Swiss cheese plant due to the naturally occ..
£11.99 Ex Tax: £9.99
-228x228.png "Haworthia sp. (Assorted Haworthia) - small")
Haworthia sp. (Assorted Haworthia) - small
Haworthia are an excellent group of plants for dryer vivarium environments. It only requires waterin..
£3.99 Ex Tax: £3.33
-228x228.png "Succulent sp. (Assorted Succulents) - small")
Succulent sp. (Assorted Succulents) - small
Selected plants for dryer vivarium environments. Only require watering once a week if that. A ..
£3.99 Ex Tax: £3.33
Tags: Robert Merten's Day Gecko, GLPRMDG21, Geckos
Latest
Pink Tongue Skink CB22
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer??? 24/05/24 – 06/09/24 AL..
£250.00 Ex Tax: £208.33
Ornate Uromastyx CB24
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer???24/05/24 – 06/09/24 ALL ANIMAL..
£495.00 Ex Tax: £412.50
Corn Snake (Hypo Amel)
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer???24/05/24 – 06/09/24 All Animals HA..
£100.00 Ex Tax: £83.33
Corn Snake (Ghost)
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer???24/05/24 – 06/09/24 All Animals HA..
£100.00 Ex Tax: £83.33
Featured
Ark-Klens Ready To Use Disinfectant (500ml)
Ark-Klens is a great multipurpose cleaner that leaves no harmful residue and is excellent at removin..
£11.99 Ex Tax: £9.99
-250x250.jpg "Frozen Rabbit Large")
Frozen Rabbit Large
Rabbits are a great food source for larger reptiles and raptors; they are relished by most boa const..
£15.00 Ex Tax: £15.00
Komodo Jungle Canopy (42cm)
Komodo plants with bases are a great way to add a splash of colour to your vivarium whilst enha..
£14.99 Ex Tax: £12.49
Arcadia Jungle Dawn LED - SELECT YOUR SIZE
The Arcadia Jungle Dawn is a full spectrum LED plant growth lamp with proven results. This energy e..
£35.99 Ex Tax: £29.99
Specials
Australian Giant Stone Gecko
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer??? 24/05/24 – 06/09/24 ALL ANI..
£150.00 £300.00 Ex Tax: £125.00
Barking Gecko CB24
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer???24/05/24 – 06/09/24 ALL ANIMALS HA..
£90.00 £100.00 Ex Tax: £75.00
Gold Dust Day Gecko CB24
Have you seen our amazing Breeding Season Special Offer???24/05/24 – 06/09/24 All Animals HA..
£70.00 £90.00 Ex Tax: £58.33
Midline Knobtailed Gecko
Midline Knobtailed geckos (Nephrurus vertebralis) are one of the smaller smooth knobtailed gecko spe..
£200.00 £300.00 Ex Tax: £166.67
-250x250.jpg "Neon Day Gecko")
Neon Day Gecko
Day geckos can be found in East Africa and some south pacific islands but the vast majority are nati..
£120.00 £150.00 Ex Tax: £100.00
Northern Spiny Tailed Gecko CB24
Northern Spiny Tailed Geckos (Strophurus ciliaris) are native to Australia, mostly the Northern Ter..
£200.00 £250.00 Ex Tax: £166.67
Robert Merten's Day Gecko
Robert Mertens's day gecko (Phelsuma robertmertensi) is diurnal species of ..
£90.00 £120.00 Ex Tax: £75.00
-250x250.jpg "Smooth Knobtailed Gecko")
Smooth Knobtailed Gecko
Smooth Knobtailed geckos are a small terrestrial species native to Australia, they dig burrows in so..
£200.00 £300.00 Ex Tax: £166.67