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Cape Rana

Cape Rana

South Africa, Namibia
Status
Least Concern

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Grassland, Freshwater, Desert, Mountain

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
small aquatic larvae, freshwater worms, and crawling insects

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
nocturnal and crepuscular

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

<p>This widespread species is not threatened and no special conservation measures are needed (Text from Minter et al., 2004, © SI/MAB Biodiversity Program).</p>
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Cape Rana is officially designated as Least Concern. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to grassland, freshwater, desert, mountain, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of small aquatic larvae, freshwater worms, and crawling insects. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a nocturnal and crepuscular activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 6 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Cape Rana.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeSouth Africa, Namibia
Habitat RangeGrassland, Freshwater, Desert, Mountain
Lifespan6 Yrs
StatusLeast Concern
ScientificAmietia fuscigula
Registry Info
Lifespan6 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyPyxicephalidae