Western sandveld lizard, Striped sandveld lizard, Tiger lizard, Striped sand lizard, Banded sand lizard
Nucras tessellata, also known as the western sandveld lizard, striped sandveld lizard, tiger lizard, striped sand lizard or banded sand lizard, is a species of lizard in the family Lacertidae. It is native to western Southern Africa and is found in western South Africa (Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces), southwestern Botswana, and southern and central Namibia north to Khomas Highland. Its range includes several protected areas, including Tankwa Karoo National Park and ǀAi-ǀAis/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.
Nucras tessellata is associated with several habitat types such as savanna, karoo, and fynbos at elevations of 20–1,500 m (66–4,921 ft) above sea level. Although secretive, it can often be found in dry river beds or sandy areas with scattered rocks.
