The Tshokwane Sand Cricket (Neogryllopsis tshokwane) is only known from its type locality, Tshokwane in Kruger National Park (South Africa). While the type locality of this species is well protected, its complete distribution is unknown. It is also not known, whether any threats to this species may exist within the National Park (e.g. invasive species). Due to the lack of knowledge regarding the population trend, it is assessed as Data Deficient.
Distribution
This species is only known from its type locality, the Tshokwane area in Kruger National Park, South Africa (Otte et al. 1988).
There are no data on the population size or trend of this species.
Threats
The threats to this species are unknown.
Uses and trade
The species is not utilized.
Conservation
No specific conservation action is in place for this species, but it occurs in protected areas. Research into its distribution, ecology, threats and population trend is needed.
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