Cnemaspis monachorum


Cnemaspis monachorum, also known commonly as the monks' rock gecko, is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to Malaysia.

Etymology

The specific name, monachorum, is in honor of the monks at Wat Wanarum, Peninsular Malaysia.

Geographic range

C. monachorum is found in Pulau Langkawi, Kedah, Peninsular Malaysia.

Description

C. monachorum is a small species. Maximum recorded snout-to-vent length for females is. Males are even smaller, with a maximum SVL of only.