Reptiles

Bradypodion thamnobates is restricted to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, South Africa. It occurs in the remaining fragments of the Southern Mistbelt Forests and appears to tolerate well-vegetated gardens, road verges, and small patches of thick, structured vegetation, even if it is dominated by exotic plants. Juveniles often perch on grasses and/or in more marginal habitats. The species is assessed as Endangered. (© M. Burger)

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ImportantAttention:

The status summary of reptiles is under production and will be available from February 2026.

For details of the latest assessment of reptiles: See the Conservation status of the reptiles of South Africa, Eswatini and Lesotho.