Sudan Plated Lizard
Gerrhosauridae major
| Country of origin | Eastern and central Africa |
| Habitat | Rocky, semi-open areas within coastal woodland, moist and dry savannah |
| Diet | Fruit, vegetables and insects |
| Status | Solitary |
| Lifespan | 20 – 25 years |
| Average body weight | 0.45 kg |
| Average body length | 30 – 40 cm |
Did you know?
Our plated lizard Harry has been here since 1992
Threats in the wild
Larger reptiles, carnivorous mammals and birds.
IUCN red list status
The IUCN status of the Sudan Plated Lizard is least concern.
For more info on classifications visit www.iucnredlist.org.
