CR

Cnemaspis anaikattiensis

Declining

Overview

The Sispara day gecko is a species of gecko found in the Nilgiri Hills of India.

Cnemaspis anaikattiensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and human settlement development in the Western Ghats. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and habitat fragmentation. Mining activities and quarrying operations in the region pose additional risks to the remaining forest patches where this gecko occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This gecko inhabits rocky outcrops and crevices within tropical montane forests of the Western Ghats at elevations between 800-1200 meters. It is typically found on granite boulders and cliff faces surrounded by moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forest vegetation.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cnemaspis anaikattiensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Cnemaspis anaikattiensis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Cnemaspis anaikattiensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and human settlement development in the Western Ghats. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and habitat fragmentation. Mining activities and quarrying operations in the region pose additional risks to the remaining forest patches where this gecko occurs.
Where does Cnemaspis anaikattiensis live?
Cnemaspis anaikattiensis occurs in India. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cnemaspis anaikattiensis?
The main threats to Cnemaspis anaikattiensis are 5.3, 7.1, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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