Pachydactylus maraisi
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Gekkonidae
Genus: Pachydactylus
Species:
P. maraisi
Binomial name
Pachydactylus maraisi

Pachydactylus maraisi is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to Namibia.

Etymology

The specific name, maraisi is in honor of African herpetologist Johan Marais.[2]

Geographic range

P. maraisi is found in coastal central Namibia.[2]

Description

Dorsally, P. maraisi is dark brown, with white flecks. Adults may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of about 4 cm (1.6 in).[2]

Behavior

P. maraisi is rupicolous (rock-dwelling).[2]

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of P. maraisi is unknown.[2]

References

  1. ^ Bauer, A.M.; Becker, F. (2020). "Pachydactylus maraisi ". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2020: e.T110214003A110214006. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2020-3.RLTS.T110214003A110214006.en. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  2. ^ a b c d e Pachydactylus maraisi at the Reptarium.cz Reptile Database

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