Major League Exotics
Male Phantasticus
Male Phantasticus
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This male Satanic Leaf-Tailed Gecko (Uroplatus phantasticus) is one of nature's most incredible masters of disguise — a tiny gecko shaped and colored exactly like a dead, curling leaf, complete with notched 'leaf-vein' edges and a flattened, decayed-looking tail.
A jewel of Madagascar and a prized display species for the dedicated keeper.
At a Glance: Sex: Male | Maturity: Adult | Origin: Captive Bred
Highlights & Features
- Perfect Leaf Mimicry: Notched edges and leaf-vein detail make it vanish among foliage.
- Satanic Leaf-Tail: One of the most iconic camouflage animals in the world.
- Compact Arboreal Gecko: Small, delicate, and best appreciated in a planted vivarium.
- Adult Male: An established display animal for the experienced keeper.
Care Specifications
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Size | Minimum 18" x 18" x 24" vertical, heavily planted. |
| Social Behavior | Best kept singly or as a well-matched pair. |
| Temperature | Cool: 68–78°F daytime with a nighttime drop; avoid heat. |
| Humidity | 70–90% with heavy nightly misting and good ventilation. |
| Diet | Appropriately sized insects: crickets, roaches, and other feeders dusted with supplements. |
| Vivarium Decor | Dense vertical branches and live plants for cover and camouflage. |
Live Animal Shipping & Pickup Information
Temperature-Controlled Overnight Shipping: All live orders ship exclusively via specialized overnight freight to guarantee safe arrival by noon the next day. Shipments are climate-monitored and packed in insulated boxes with heat or cold packs as weather dictates. Note: our live arrival guarantee requires a signature upon the very first delivery attempt.
Local NJ Pickup (Advance Notice Required): Because our animals are kept under strict bio-security protocols at our off-site breeding facility, they are not housed on our main storefront shelves. You are welcome to pick up, but we require advance notice so our team can coordinate the drop-off to our main retail storefront. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged directly at our Northern New Jersey breeding facility. Please contact us after checkout to coordinate your pickup location and time.
Trade Show Pickup: We attend lots of reptile and exotic trade shows throughout the year, and you can arrange to pick up your order with us at a show — saving on shipping. Check our current show listings on our website and contact us after checkout to reserve your animal for pickup at an upcoming event.
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