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Centralian Rough Knob-Tailed Gecko
IntermediateNephrurus amyae
The largest species of Nephrurus and reputedly the largest and heaviest gecko in Australia. Spiny tubercles crowd its reddish-brown body, and the very short tail ends in a knob.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Lifespan
Over 10 years in captivity
Size
Up to 16cm total length (SVL 13.5cm, 65g)
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Carnivorous: insects, other arthropods and small reptiles
About
The Centralian rough knob-tailed gecko (Nephrurus amyae) is a carphodactylid gecko endemic to central Australia. It is reddish brown, with spiny tubercles crowded especially on the rump and thighs, which distinguishes it from the other members of the Nephrurus asper species group. The tail is very short and ends in a knob. Nocturnal and living in desert and rocky country, it generally does not dig burrows and instead shelters by day in rock crevices. When threatened it gapes, raises its tail, and vibrates its body while producing sound. The epithet honours Amy Couper, daughter of the describing herpetologist. Because Australia prohibits the export of its native wildlife, only captive-bred animals are traded.
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Lifespan of the Centralian Rough Knob-Tailed Gecko
The Centralian Rough Knob-Tailed Gecko lives Over 10 years in captivity.
Size of the Centralian Rough Knob-Tailed Gecko
The Centralian Rough Knob-Tailed Gecko grows to Up to 16cm total length (SVL 13.5cm, 65g).
It reaches a snout-vent length of 13.5 cm, a total length of 16 cm and a weight of 65 g, making it the largest species of Nephrurus and reputedly the largest and heaviest gecko in Australia.
Basic Info
Origin
Endemic to central Australia (Northern Territory and the extreme east of Western Australia), in desert and rocky country
Lifespan
Over 10 years in captivity
Size
Care Specifications
Semi-aggressiveSolitaryBreeding: Moderate
Sources: ReptiFiles: Knob-tailed Gecko Care / Reptiles Magazine: Knob-Tailed Gecko Care Sheet / Wikipedia (Japanese)
References & Sources
Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Nephrurus amyae Couper, 1994
Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES Appendix IIIIUCN LC · Least Concern
At the request of Australia, genus Nephrurus spp. has been listed on CITES Appendix III (effective June 22, 2022). Because it is on Appendix III, registration as an international rare species is not required. Australia prohibits the export of wild animals native to its territory, and specimens in trade are limited to captive-bred individuals. This species is not included in the specific animals listed in the Schedule of the Enforcement Ordinance of the Act on Welfare and Management of Animals, nor is it designated as a specified alien species under the Enforcement Ordinance of the Alien Species Law.
Sources: CITES Species+ (Nephrurus spp., Appendix III, Australia, effective 22 June 2022) / IUCN Red List
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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