Red List of South African Species

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Least Concern (LC)

Rationale

The Yellow-legged Agile Grasshopper (Plegmapterus saturatus) is widespread in the southern and western part of South Africa. Because of its large extent of occurrence (EOO) it is unlikely to meet the thresholds of a Red List criterion. It is therefore assessed as Least Concern.

Distribution

This species is widespread in the south and west of South Africa. Its extent of occurrence (EOO) is ca 280,000 kmĀ².

Population trend

Trend

Information on the population size and trends of this species are not available. It is quite widespread in South Africa.

Threats

The main threat to this species is conversion of its habitat into farmland.

Uses and trade

The species is not utilised.

Conservation

No specific conservation action is in place for the species, but it occurs in several protected areas. Research into its habitat requirements, threats and population trend is needed.

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