Methuen's dwarf gecko


Methuen's dwarf gecko '', also known commonly as the Woodbrush dwarf gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is native to southern Africa.

Etymology

The specific name, methueni, is in honor of British naturalist Paul Ayshford Methuen.

Geographic range

Lygodactylus methueni is endemic to South Africa and is found near Haenertsburg in the Woodbush Forest area and Haenertsburg Common.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Lygodactylus methueni is montane grassland with rock outcrops, at elevations of.

Description

Lygodactylus methueni is olive-grey.

Behaviour

Lygodactylus methueni is terrestrial and rupicolous. It shelters in rock crevices, and basks on the boles of large trees or on rocky outcrops.

Reproduction

Lygodactylus methueni is oviparous.

Conservation status

Forestry plantations and frequent fires pose a threat to the habitat of Lygodactylus methueni and have resulted in a reduction in the population.