Nano Chameleon

Brookesia micra

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Reptilia · Chamaeleonidae

About

Brookesia micra, also known as the Nosy Hara leaf chameleon is a species of chameleons from the islet of Nosy Hara in Antsiranana, Madagascar. At the time of its discovery, it was the smallest known chameleon and among the smallest reptiles, until the 2021 discovery of the even smaller B. nana. Adult B. micra can grow up to 29 mm (1.1 in) in length.

Fun Fact

Brookesia micra from Madagascar is among the world's smallest reptiles — adults reach just 29 mm in total length and spend their lives in the leaf litter of a single island.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabited island in the Nosy Hara archipelago off the coast of Madagascar.

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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