Coastal rock gecko
# Coastal rock gecko

The coastal rock gecko (Pristurus simonettai) is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to Somalia.

## Etymology

The specific name, simonettai, is in honor of Italian zoologist Alberto Mario Simonetta (born 1930).

## Geographic range

P. simonettai is found in southern Somalia.

## Description

The body of P. simonettai is almost completely covered with strongly carinate imbricate scales.

## Reproduction

P. simonettai is oviparous.

