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Sudan plated lizard

Quick to flee

Its brow-grey camouflage ensures that the Sudan plated lizard is properly equipped for its original habitat: the deserts of East Africa. While the Sudan plated lizard might seem sluggish, its high speed enables it to escape enemies such as birds of prey and the fennec fox. It also relies on its speed to catch delicious snacks such insects and rodents.

Did you know…

The Sudan plated lizard lives behind the scenes in Pantropica? You can meet this jungle terror during the shows in the Jungle Theatre.

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