The specific name, kirkii, is in honor of British naturalist John Kirk.

[2] Adults of A. kirkii usually have a total length of 20–28 cm (7.9–11.0 in) of which 60–70% is the long tail.

[3] A. kirkii is found in Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

[4] The preferred natural habitat of A. kirkii is rocky areas of savanna.

[3] A. kirkii preys predominately upon ants, but also eats other insects and other arthropods.