Phyllurus nepthys


Phyllurus nepthys, also known commonly as the Eungella broad-tailed gecko and the Eungella leaf-tailed gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Carphodactylidae. The species is endemic to Australia.

Etymology

The specific name, nepthys, refers to the ancient Egyptian goddess Nepthys.

Geographic distribution

Phyllurus nepthys is found in the Clarke Range in mideastern Queensland, Australia.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Phyllurus nepthys is forest.

Description

Phyllurus nepthys is very spinose. The underside is cream-colored, and is heavily peppered with brown. In all other species of Phyllurus the underside is mottled or unmarked. Maximum snout-to-vent length is.

Reproduction

Phyllurus nepthys is oviparous.