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Where to see Southern Tree Agama in South Africa
About the Southern Tree Agama
The southern tree agama is a medium-sized African agama commonly found in woodland, savanna and areas with scattered trees. It is an agile climber with a robust body, long tail and strong limbs adapted for life on trunks and branches. Adult males can develop striking breeding colours, including bright blue or turquoise body and head markings with contrasting darker areas, while females are generally less colourful. It feeds mainly on insects and other small invertebrates and is usually seen basking on exposed branches or tree trunks.
How to identify the Southern Tree Agama
Medium-sized arboreal agama with a long tail, strong limbs and a relatively flattened body. Males often develop vivid blue or turquoise colouring on the head and throat, while females are generally brown or grey with more subdued markings.
Did you know?
Southern Tree Agamas can change the intensity of their colours during territorial and breeding displays, making males particularly striking when defending a territory.
Also known as: Agama, Tree Agama, Boomkoggelmander
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