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Horned rockdweller

Horned rockdweller

Bradinopyga cornuta
Fun Fact: There are 2 small, horn-like growths in the frons end of Horned Rock-dwellers, hence the common name.

Introduction: There are 2 small, horn-like growths in the frons end of Horned Rock-dwellers (Bradinopyga cornuta), hence the common name. Adults remain out of sight by camouflaging themselves by settling on rocks.

Distribution: Waterberg, Erongo Mountains with scattered populations in north-central Namibia, Caprivi Strip and south of Epupa Falls.

Colouration: Body colours vary from brownish-grey, whitish-grey to black. Their wings have narrow brown tips

Breeding: Small rock pools with minimum vegetation are favoured breeding sites.

Flight season: January to April and October.

Conservation: Not threatened.

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