Pachydactylus maraisi
Species of lizard
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Pachydactylus maraisi is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to Namibia.
| Pachydactylus maraisi | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Gekkota |
| Family: | Gekkonidae |
| Genus: | Pachydactylus |
| Species: | P. maraisi |
| Binomial name | |
| Pachydactylus maraisi | |
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
Behavior
P. maraisi is rupicolous (rock-dwelling).[2]
Reproduction
The mode of reproduction of P. maraisi is unknown.[2]