| Citation |
Thy, N. & Nguyen, T.Q. 2012. Cyclophiops multicinctus. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2012: e.T192206A2055610. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2012-1.RLTS.T192206A2055610.en. Downloaded on 18 August 2020. |
Description |
JUSTIFICATION
Listed as Least Concern on the basis that this widespread species exists as an apparently stable population and is known from many sites, including protected areas, although forest loss and degradation may represent localized threats in parts of its range.
RANGE DESCRIPTION
This species is known from China (Hainan, Guangxi, S Yunnan, Guangdong), Lao PDR and Viet Nam. It is expected to occur in Cambodia, but has never been reported there (T. Neang pers. comm. August 2011) The species is known from many areas in Viet Nam, from Lao Cai in the countrys north as far south as Lam Dong Province (Nguyen et al., 2009). It occurs between 100 and 1,500 m asl. (Q.T. Nguyen pers. comm. August 2011)
DESCRIPTION
No population data are available, although the overall population of this widespread snake is presumed to be stable. It is quite common in forested areas (Q.T. Nguyen pers. comm. August 2011).
HABITAT AND ECOLOGY
This oviparous snake is terrestrial and semi-arboreal in evergreen forest in both lowlands and montane regions (Q.T. Nguyen pers. comm. August 2011), and has frequently been found in trees overhanging streams in Tam Dao and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Parks (Q.T. Nguyen pers. comm. August 2011, Orlov et al., 2000). It is both diurnal and nocturnal, and feeds on worms.
THREATS
Habitat loss through deforestation may threaten this semi-arboreal species in parts of its range. Human pressures on forest within this species wide distribution are varied and include selective logging, slash-and-burn agriculture and smallholder farming, road-building and urban development.
USE AND TRADE
There are no reports of this species being utilized.
CONSERVATION ACTIONS
No species-specific conservation measures are in place, although it has been recorded from protected areas. Surveys should be conducted to establish whether this species occurs in eastern Cambodia. |
