Striped Sandveld Lizard
Nucras tessellata
About the Striped Sandveld Lizard
Nucras tessellata (Smith, 1838), or the Western or Striped Sandveld Lizard, is native to the west coast of Southern Africa. It is found in the Western Cape, Tankwa Karoo National Park, Richtersveld, Botswana, Kalahari Gemsbok National Park and Namibia. Although preferring arid, sandy areas they also stray into fynbos and mountain grassland. Members of the genus Nucras have a cylindrical body and an extremely long tail. They are secretive and not often seen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Striped Sandveld Lizard?
The scientific name of the Striped Sandveld Lizard is Nucras tessellata.
How many Striped Sandveld Lizard sightings have been recorded?
113 observations of the Striped Sandveld Lizard have been recorded on iNaturalist.
