Rough Knob Tail (Asper) Gecko

Scientific Name

 

Nephrurus asper

 

Conservation Status

 

The IUCN red list considers the asper gecko to be a least concern species.  

This animal can not visit your location for a presentation.

This animal is used for Wilbur’s Wildlife event displays. 

This animal is on show during private zoo tours.

Our Animals

 

Wilbur’s Wildlife have housed a single male Asper gecko since November 2017. Initially he didn’t like being handled but over time has become more comfortable around people. We are continuing to work with him and he may begin appearing in some of our presentations during 2019. 

References 

 

Wilson, S., Shea, G. & Hoskin, C. 2018. Nephrurus asper. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2018: e.T102663732A102663759. http://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-1.RLTS.T102663732A102663759.en. Downloaded on 04 January 2019.

Copyright © 2020 All rights reserved.

Share this: