Although, information about the geographical fragmentation and population location lead to the decision to put the gecko on the critically endangered list.

[1] The Antanosy day gecko is considered one of the smaller species in the Phelsuma genus as it only reaches about 10 cm in length.

[1] Due to such loss, the habitat of Antanosy day gecko has become fragmented and isolated into two specific areas in the Anosy Region where three subpopulations exist.

[1] Due to deforestation and habitat destruction, the Antanosy day gecko is losing more and more land they can potentially inhabit, especially the plants they rely on so heavily.

Much of the land is put under pressure on by the government and local people as forest resources are being destroyed for personal use and a possible mining plan.

[6] SCRP is hoping that with the data collected from studying the gecko's behavior and surrounding environment a captive breeding effort or even transporting the population can result in their survival.

[6][7] SCRP is also conducting educational sessions in Saint Luce schools and a conservation club to share information about the Antanosy day gecko.

Also, locals guides are being trained to correctly pass on information to the community so they will be able to monitor the survival of the Antanosy day gecko.