Red List of South African Species

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Least Concern (LC)

Rationale

The threat status of the Zebra Katydid (Terpnistria zebrata) is Least Concern because it has a widespread distribution, a large extent of occurrence and its geographic range is not expected to be severely fragmented or to experience decline or extreme fluctuations presently or in the foreseeable future.

Distribution

The Zebra Katydid is widely distributed throughout southern and East Africa. In South Africa, it can be found in lowland grassy habitats from the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces. 

Population trend

Trend

No information on population sizes or trends is available.

Threats

This species has a widespread distribution and has no known immediate threats. 

Uses and trade

This species is not utilized.

Conservation

No specific conservation measures are in place for this species but it has a widespread distribution.

Lead agencies, Partners and Funders

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