Paragehyra austini explained

Paragehyra austini is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to Madagascar.

Etymology

The specific name, austini, is in honor of "Mr. Austin O'Malley".

Geographic range

P. austini is found in Andohahela National Park in southeastern Madagascar.

Habitat

The preferred habitat of P. austini is cave walls.

Further reading

• Crottini A, Harris DJ, Miralles A, Glaw F, Jenkins RKB, Randrianantoandro JC, Bauer AM, Vences M (2014). "Morphology and Molecules reveal Two New Species of the poorly studied Gecko Genus Paragehyra (Squamata: Gekkonidae) from Madagascar". Organism Diversity & Evolution 15: 175–198. (Paragehyra austini, new species).