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Knysna Dwarf Chameleon
Knysna dwarf chameleon is a species of chameleon endemic to South Africa. The species is arboreal and diurnal. It is one of the smallest chameleon species and also one of the most colorful among other species of chameleons. Like other chameleons, it can change its color.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Suborder | Iguania |
| Family | Chamaeleonidae |
| Genus | Bradypodion |
| Scientific Name | Bradypodion damaranum |
| Size | Up to 18 cm (7.1 in) |
| Color | Bright green to bluish adorned with shades of yellow, purple and pink |
| Distribution | South Africa |
| Habitat | Fynbos and Afromontane forest; also found in gardens |
| Diet | Various invertebrates |
| Predators | Birds, snakes, urban predators include domestic cats and birds like crows |
| Mode of Reproduction | Ovoviviparous (giving birth to live young by means of eggs hatched inside the body of the parent) |
| Litter Size | 2 to 20 young |
| Gestation Period | 3 to 6 months |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Not Evaluated |
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Published on May 11th 2017 by staff under Chameleons. Article was last reviewed on 14th June 2019.
