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As a \u003cstrong\u003eline bred variation of the Gold Dust Day Gecko\u003c\/strong\u003e, the amount of blue coloration is variable and not guaranteed in every individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for a \u003cstrong\u003ebaby gecko\u003c\/strong\u003e. Coloration, pattern, and size will vary. \u003cstrong\u003eBabies are unsexed.\u003c\/strong\u003e The animal pictured is a representative example and may not be the exact individual received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBaby Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is for a \u003cstrong\u003ebaby Hawaiian Blue Gold Dust Day Gecko\u003c\/strong\u003e that is too young to determine sex. Babies are the smallest and most delicate category and require careful attention to enclosure setup, hydration, and feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their small size, speed, and delicate skin, this species is best suited as a display animal and should not be handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Dust Day Gecko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phelsuma laticauda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diurnal and arboreal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and delicate display species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure vertical enclosure with dense foliage, fine climbing branches, cork bark, and humidity retaining substrate is recommended. 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