Diplodactylus savagei

Diplodactylus savagei, known commonly as the yellow-spotted Pilbara gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Diplodactylidae. The species is endemic to Australia.

Etymology

The specific name, savagei, is in honor of American herpetologist Jay M. Savage.

Geographic range

D. savagei is found in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of D. savagei are shrubland, grassland, and rocky areas.

Description

Dorsally, D. savagei is dark reddish brown, with yellowish spots which tend to form transverse dashes. The ventral surfaces are white.

Reproduction

D. savagei is oviparous.