Pristurus gallagheri, also known as Gallagher's rock gecko or Wadi Kharrar rock gecko , is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae found in Oman.[2]

Pristurus gallagheri
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Sphaerodactylidae
Genus: Pristurus
Species:
P. gallagheri
Binomial name
Pristurus gallagheri
Arnold, 1986

It is native to the central Hajar Mountains of northern Oman, up to 1,830 metres elevation. It has been observed on the trunks and branches of trees, including Moringa peregrina, Ficus salicifolia, and Acacia trees, and on the walls and doors of structures. It is locally abundant within its limited range.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b Sindaco, R.; Mohammed, S.F. (2012). "Pristurus gallagheri". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2012: e.T200631A2674341. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2012.RLTS.T200631A2674341.en. Retrieved 27 March 2023.
  2. ^ Pristurus gallagheri at the Reptarium.cz Reptile Database