Diplodactylus mitchelli


Diplodactylus mitchelli, sometimes called commonly the Pilbara stone gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Diplodactylidae. The species is endemic to Australia.

Etymology

The specific name, mitchelli, is in honor of Australian herpetologist Francis John Mitchell.

Description

As an adult, Diplodactylus mitchelli has an average snout-to-vent length of. Dorsally, it is brown or reddish brown, with a paler vertebral stripe.

Geographic distribution

Diplodactylus mitchelli is found in the North West Cape and Pilbara regions of Western Australia.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Diplodactylus mitchelli is grassland.

Reproduction

Diplodactylus mitchelli is oviparous

Taxonomy

Diplodactylus mitchelli is a member of the Diplodactylus vittatus species group.