[1] This species as described appears to be a conglomeration of many distinct forms; three of these are currently recognized subspecies (ssp.

punctulata), but others could be separate taxa that should be elevated to species status as was Phelsuma dorsivittata.

The lined day gecko commonly measures between 4-6″ (10-15 cm) in length.

The underside is pale.The lined day gecko prefers to reside in humid subtropical climatic zones along northern and eastern parts of Madagascar.

[2] The lined day gecko and its subspecies can be found in both mid- and low- elevated sites along the east coast of the island.