Red List of South African Species

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Least Concern (LC)
Facilitators: Evie Morris
Reviewers: Simon Stuart

Rationale (Changed due to Same category and criteria)

Listed as Least Concern in view of its wide distribution, its tolerance of a broad range of habitats and its presumed large population.

Distribution

This species occurs mainly in northern and eastern South Africa, extending into Swaziland and southern Mozambique. It is likely to occur in Lesotho. It ranges from sea level to 2,000 m asl.

Population trend

Trend

It is a somewhat uncommon species.

Threats

It is an adaptable species that is not facing any significant threats, except in localized situations.

Uses and trade

There are no reports of this species being utilized.

Conservation

It occurs in many protected areas.

Lead agencies, Partners and Funders

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