Rationale
(Changed due to Same category and criteria)
This is an endemic taxon from the Western Cape Province, South Africa (EOO 7 105 km<sup>2</sup>). Although it occurs on three different mountain ranges, it is rarely seen due to its low density. The taxon thus qualifies globally under the IUCN criteria as Least Concern and is nationally classified as Rare (Low Density).
Distribution
Endemic to the Western Cape Province in South Africa, inland mountain areas from Franschhoek Pass in the west to Kareedouw in the east.
Three geographically separate subpopulations have been identified for this species: Hawequas, Langeberg East and Outeniqua mountain ranges.
Threats
Although a rare, low density species, <i>Tsitana dicksoni</i> can be found in suitable habitat throughout its range and is not threatened.
Conservation
No conservation actions are recommended. Further research on the genus <i>Tsitana</i> should be undertaken; there are several subpopulations that cannot be identified with certainty at present.
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