The Drakensberg Agile Grasshopper (Platacanthoides reductus) occurs in the east of South Africa and in Lesotho. Because of its relatively wide extent of occurrence (EOO = 50,000 km²) it is unlikely to meet the thresholds of a Red List Criterion. Therefore, it is assessed as Least Concern.
Distribution
The species occurs in the east of South Africa and in Lesotho (Dirsh 1956). Its extent of occurrence (EOO) is ca 50,000 km².
Information on the population size or trends of this species is lacking.
Threats
The main threat to this species is conversion of its habitat into farmland.
Uses and trade
The species is not utilized.
Conservation
No specific conservation action is in place for this species. It has not been reported from a protected area so far. Research into its distribution, ecology, threats and population trend is required.
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