The northern spiny-tailed gecko (Strophurus ciliaris) is a species of lizard in the family Diplodactylidae.

[7] Members of the genus Strophurus have the ability to squirt a harmless, smelly, fluid from their tails.

[8] The northern spiny-tailed gecko is generally a nocturnal species but can be found basking during the day.

[9] It is an arboreal species which occurs in arid, semi-arid, and subtropical habitats in shrubland.

This is due to its large distribution, unrestricted habitat preferences, and the limited number of threats facing this species.