Are Satanic Leaf Tailed Gecko Endangered?

Since forests in this area are rapidly disappearing due to illegal logging activity, both in and around the park, the researchers recommend that the gecko be listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Why is the Satanic leaf-tailed gecko endangered?

Habitat destruction, deforestation, and collection for the pet trade all threaten the existence of this species. Studies suggest that leaf-tailed geckos can only inhabit a very specific environment and are not tolerant of any degradation of its natural habitat.

How many Satanic leaf-tailed geckos are there?

The 13 species are broken into several groups based, in part, on the vegetation they mimic. U. phantasticus belongs in the group named U.