Namib desert gecko
# Namib desert gecko

The Namib desert gecko (Pachydactylus vanzyli), also known commonly as the Kaoko web-footed gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is native to southern Africa.

## Etymology

The specific name, vanzyli, is in honor of amateur naturalists Mr. & Mrs. Ben Van Zyl of Namibia.

## Geographic range

P. vanzyli is found in Angola and Namibia.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of P. vanzyli is gravel plains.

## Description

Adults of P. vanzyli usually have a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 5.0–5.5 cm (2.0–2.2 in). The maximum recorded SVL is 6.6 cm (2.6 in).

## Behavior

P. vanzyli is nocturnal.

## Diet

P. vanzyli preys upon small beetles and termites.

## Reproduction

P. vanzyli is oviparous.

