title: Purcell's gecko
text: # Purcell's gecko
  
  Purcell's gecko (Pachydactylus purcelli) is a species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae. The species is endemic to southern Africa.
  
  ## Etymology
  
  The specific name, purcelli, is in honor of South African entomologist William Frederick Purcell.
  
  ## Geographic range
  
  P. purcelli is found in Namibia and South Africa.
  
  ## Reproduction
  
  P. purcelli is oviparous.
  
  