Dwarf Sand Snake
Psammophis angolensis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyPsammophiidae (Sand Snakes)
- GenusPsammophis (Sand Racers)
- SpeciesPsammophis angolensis (Dwarf Sand Snake)
About the Dwarf Sand Snake
Psammophis angolensis, sometimes known as the dwarf sand snake, is a species of snake in the family Psammophiidae reaching a maximum length of 50 cm, but averaging 30 cm. The snake actively forages for lizards and frogs.
The species is widespread in sub-Saharan Africa, ranging from Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, through Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, westwards to Angola and southwards through Zimbabwe to South Africa. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Dwarf Sand Snake in Kruger National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kruger National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa | |
| 2 | Gonarezhou National Park | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe | |
| 3 | Kafue National Park | 🇿🇲 Zambia | |
| 4 | Moremi Game Reserve | 🇧🇼 Botswana | |
| 5 | Masai Mara National Reserve | 🇰🇪 Kenya | |
| 6 | Serengeti National Park | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Dwarf Sand Snake in Kruger National Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Dwarf Sand Snake sighting in Kruger National Park, based on 5 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Dwarf Sand Snake in Kruger National Park?
August has the highest sighting rate for Dwarf Sand Snake in Kruger National Park in our monthly data.