Waterberg sand lizard
Introduction: As the name would suggest, the Waterberg sand lizard (Pedioplanis rubens) is endemic to the Waterberg area of Namibia. It is a small species and the tail is over twice the length of the head and body. They are terrestrial and shelter in a small tunnel burrowed in soil under a rock slab or within a crack in a piece of rock.
Distribution: The red sandstones of the Waterberg Plateau in central Namibia.
Diet: Another sit and wait predator that catches small insects, dashing from cover at the sight of prey.
Colouring: The head and forebody are red-brown, bereft of any dorsal markings or spots on the sides. The hind body and tail are a bright brick-red colour with a lighter coloured belly.
Breeding: Females lay 2 eggs.
Size: SVL 40 to 50mm. Max SVL 50mm.
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