Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard
Meroles cuneirostris
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyLacertidae (Wall Lizards)
- GenusMeroles (Desert Lizards)
- SpeciesMeroles cuneirostris (Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard)
About the Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard
Meroles cuneirostris, the wedge-snouted sand lizard or wedge-snouted desert lizard, is a species of sand-dwelling lizard in the family Lacertidae. It occurs in the Namib Desert of Namibia and South Africa. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard in Namib-Naukluft 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 | Namib-Naukluft National Park | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard in Namib-Naukluft National Park?
About 40% of wildlife watchers report a Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard sighting in Namib-Naukluft National Park, based on 225 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard in Namib-Naukluft National Park?
November has the highest sighting rate for Wedge-snouted Desert Lizard in Namib-Naukluft National Park in our monthly data.