it scampered across the rocks. Visiting scientists noticed the patterned animal — and discovered a new species. Researchers ventured into the “extreme” desert climate of Northern Cape ...

Northern Cape. On the evening of 14 September 2021, in cold and windy conditions, we observed another six Gravel Pygmy Geckos between the rocks. Now, after four years of research, it has been ...

They live under rocks and in these rocky landscapes ... and small mammals. Keates said the Northern Cape is globally recognised as a biodiversity hotspot for geckos, with some of the highest ...