Asaccus arnoldi


Asaccus arnoldi is a species of lizard in the family Phyllodactylidae. It, along with all other species in the genus Asaccus, is endemic to the Al [Hajar Mountains|Hajar Mountains] of northern Oman.

Taxonomy

Asaccas arnoldi was first formally named in 2017. The specific name, arnoldi, is in honor of British herpetologist Edwin [Nicholas Arnold|Edwin Nicholas "Nick" Arnold].

Description

Asaccus arnoldi is the smallest species in the genus Asaccus. The maximum recorded snout-to-vent length of A. arnoldi is only. It is most closely related to Asaccus gallagheri.