Listed as Least Concern due to its wide distibution and presumed large population. However, being a recently described species, further researches need to be carried out concerning its population trends, life history and ecology and threats.
Distribution
This species is currently only known from the KwaZulu-Natal midlands in South Africa, but it is expected to have a wide distribution (Channing et al. 2013).
Its temporary breeding pools are threatened by draining due to agriculture.
Uses and trade
There are no records of this species being utilized.
Conservation
Conservation Actions No conservation actions are currently in place for this species. It likely occurs in several protected areas across its range. Research Needed Studies on its population size, distribution and trends, life history and ecology, and threats are needed.
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