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Namaqua girdled lizard

Cordylus namaquensis
This rare species lives in rock crevices and cracks in mountains.

Namaqua girdled lizard

Introduction: The Namaqua girdled lizard (Cordylus namaquensis) is endemic to Namibia. This rare species lives in rock crevices and cracks in mountains.

Distribution: The Great Karasberg Mountains in southern Namibia between Keetmanshoop and Karasberg.

Diet: Termites and beetles.

Colouring: The back is chestnut to light brown, usually accompanied with dark-brown to black mottling. There are 2 blackish streaks on the side of the head. The belly is dirty white to pale brown.

Breeding: 2 to 3 young are born in January to February.

Size: SVL 75 to 80mm. Max SVL 82mm.

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