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Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko

Asaccus montanus

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted mountain range habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects in the Arabian Peninsula have fragmented its rocky outcrop territories, while climate change threatens to alter the delicate moisture balance these geckos depend on in their arid environment. Collection for the international pet trade has also impacted local populations, particularly given the species' limited distribution and specialized habitat requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This gecko inhabits rocky outcrops, cliff faces, and boulder fields in mountainous regions of the Arabian Peninsula, typically at elevations between 400-2000 meters. It shows a strong preference for areas with natural rock crevices and overhangs that provide shelter and maintain crucial moisture levels in the arid landscape.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko classified as Vulnerable?
Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted mountain range habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects in the Arabian Peninsula have fragmented its rocky outcrop territories, while climate change threatens to alter the delicate moisture balance these geckos depend on in their arid environment. Collection for the international pet trade has also impacted local populations, particularly given the species' limited distribution and specialized habitat requirements.
Where does Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko live?
Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko?
The main threats to Mountain Leaf-toed Gecko are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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