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Where to observe and photograph the sinai agama in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the sinai agama in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the sinai agama’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Sinai agama
Scientific name: Pseudotrapelus sinaitus
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: AGAMIDAE
Group: Reptiles
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 10 m
Reproduction period: April to July
Incubation: 42-56 jours
Births: April to July
Habitat:
Rocks, cliffs and sandy ground in arid regions
Activity period :
Active during the day when temperatures are favorable, often seen basking in the sun.
Identification and description:
The Sinai agama is a small agamid lizard up to 18 cm long (including tail), with olive-brown dorsal coloration marked with dark spots and a slender head. Native to arid regions of northeastern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, it inhabits rocks, cliffs, and sandy ground, feeding primarily on insects and other arthropods. During the breeding season (April to June), the male turns bright blue and performs head-bobbing and push-up displays to court females.
Recommended lens:
300 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Photograph the Sinai agama at dawn or late afternoon using a telephoto lens of ≥300 mm from a discreet hide on a rock or overlook. Use a fast shutter speed to freeze its quick movements and a shallow depth of field to isolate its silhouette against the background, and keep at least 10 m distance to avoid disturbance.
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