Sekukhune flat lizard
A species of Flat lizards Scientific name : Platysaurus orientalis Genus : Flat lizards
Sekukhune flat lizard, A species of Flat lizards
Scientific name: Platysaurus orientalis
Genus: Flat lizards
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Description
The Sekukhune flat lizard (Platysaurus orientalis) is a species of lizard in the family Cordylidae. The species is endemic to South Africa. It has two subspecies.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Sekukhune flat lizard primarily sustains on a diet of insects such as ants and termites. Its strong jaws allow it to consume harder shelled invertebrates, yet it demonstrates a special proclivity for softer bodied prey.
Appearance
Sekukhune flat lizard is a small, flat-bodied lizard with smooth and shiny scales. Its predominant color is brown, with males boasting vibrant blue throats and bellies as a distinctive feature. This species also exhibits noticeable dark bands across its body and tail. There are no significant visual differences between young and adults, or amongst its subspecies.
Behavior
Sekukhune flat lizard is a primarily terrestrial, solitary species, noted for its vibrant territorial displays against intruding males. Their unique push-up movements highlight their bright ventral coloring, often used to assert dominance and delineate boundaries. Sekukhune flat lizard also embeds survival strategies like camouflaging against rocky habitats, aiding in predator evasion.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Girdled lizards Genus
Flat lizards Species
Sekukhune flat lizard 
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