Caprivi Rough-scaled Lizard
Ichnotropis grandiceps
About the Caprivi Rough-scaled Lizard
Ichnotropis grandiceps is a species of African lizards in the family Lacertidae. They are commonly called Caprivi rough-scaled lizards as they are largely found in southwestern Africa on the border of the Caprivi Strip. The cape rough-scaled lizards are terrestrial and found in the range of open woodland and mesic savanna. The caprivi rough-scaled lizards are medium in size and distributed in parts of Namibia and Botswana. This species is on the International Union for Conservation...
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Caprivi Rough-scaled Lizard?
The scientific name of the Caprivi Rough-scaled Lizard is Ichnotropis grandiceps.
How many Caprivi Rough-scaled Lizard sightings have been recorded?
2 observations of the Caprivi Rough-scaled Lizard have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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