Exo Terra have teamed up with Sparsholt College in the development of a breeding programme to save the critically endangered Electric Blue Day Gecko from extinction, by donating a number of terrariums and accessories to the project. This gecko species is greatly threatened in its natural environment, primarily due to deforestation.
Sparsholt College started the breeding process in May 2013 after receiving one male and three female geckos and needed the right equipment to create an optimal environment that would encourage the Lizards to breed. This is where Exo Terra came in!
Sparsholt required terrariums that provided optimal ventilation, ideal lighting conditions but that were also easily accessible and secure. Exo Terra terrariums ticked all the boxes and were chosen as the preferred brand and environment to rear the delicate hatchlings in.
An Exo Terra spokesperson said: "Exo Terra is delighted to support this breeding programme to ensure that endangered species in the wild are recognised and that something is done to protect these species. Exo Terra as a brand regularly undertakes expeditions to help contribute to the scientific and conservation communities, broadening our knowledge and assuring the future of reptiles and amphibians. This is another great initiative that is helping to do that."
Sparsholt have had unprecedented success with each of the three females successfully producing viable eggs. At the present moment in time some have hatched while others are still in the incubation period.
Sparsholt Animal Centre manager Chris Mitchell said: "We were thrilled with the new equipment from Exo Terra. Due to their kind sponsorship of 10 terrariums, hoods and lighting systems we have been able to successfully rear these delicate animals. Everyone at Sparsholt is delighted with the progress of these unique and exquisite animals and we hope to continue this success in the future."
For more information contact Rolf C. Hagen (UK) Ltd on 01977 556622 or visit www.exo-terra.com
