Hi Preston,
I can only base an opinion based on the number of animals I've
had
long term. I have one female I bought 6 years ago as an adult
which
had still bred this year. She has survived escaping in a dry
house,
a serious bacterial infection and parasites and is still going
strong.
I have 3 others I've had 4-5 years and 2 I've had 3-4 years,
all
obtained as adults. I've also had several that died during
acclimation
or after a year or two, also obtained as adults. My best guess is
that a
minimum lifespan of 5-6 years seems likely. I wouldn't be
surprized
if the odd individual survives 7-10 years. Of course, correct
environment
and temperature have a huge effect on the longevity of this
species.
Neil
I was wondering if anyone has determined the life span of U. phantasticus and U. ebenaui? I have had my share of losses of these animals, and am beginning to wonder whether some of the deaths are simply old age.
Preston
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Global Gecko Association
http://www.gekkota.com
President
Nova Scotia Herpetoculture Society
