![]() ( Ouroborus cataphractus, new combination). Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution 58 (1): 53–70. 'Between a rock and a hard polytomy: Rapid radiation in the rupicolous girdled lizards (Squamata: Cordylidae)'. ^ a b c d e f g h i ' Cordylus cataphractus '.The armadillo girdled lizard is thought to be somewhat susceptible to fluctuations in its primary foodsource (termites), which in turn can be impacted by climatic events such as changes in rainfall patterns, as well as to habitat changes through invasive alien plant species and poor fire management. This is mostly due to a general cessation of collection for the pet trade, which was a significant drain on populations but is now illegal. ![]() The species Ouroborus cataphractus was classified by the IUCN as Vulnerable until 1996, but has since been downgraded to Least Concern.
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