Slender spade snouted
Monopeltis sphenorhynchus
Fun Fact: Their preferred habitat is one of deep Kalahari sand.
Introduction: As you would expect, the name of the Slender Spade-Snouted worm lizard (Monopeltis sphenorhynchus) speaks for itself. Their preferred habitat is one of deep Kalahari sand.
Distribution: North-western Namibia including the Zambezi Region (formerly the Caprivi Strip), Victoria Falls, Linyati Marshes, Mudumu National Park, Mamili National Park, the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve and Tsumkwe.
Diet: Termites.
Colouring: A uniform pale pink to white body all over.
Breeding: No reproductive habits are known for this species.
Size: Max SVL 326mm.
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