| Citation |
Auliya, M. 2010. Takydromus sexlineatus. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2010: e.T178424A7544274. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-4.RLTS.T178424A7544274.en. Downloaded on 16 August 2020. |
Description |
JUSTIFICATION
Takydromus sexlineatus is listed as Least Concern in view of its wide distribution and tolerance of a broad range of habitats, including modified environments. No major threats have been reported and this species is not thought to be undergoing a significant population decline.
RANGE DESCRIPTION
This widely distributed species occurs throughout Southeast Asia. The subspecies T. sexlineatus sexlineatus is found from India to Indonesia. T. s. ocellatus is found in central Asia, ranging from southern China to Viet Nam.
DESCRIPTION
There is no population information available for this species.
HABITAT AND ECOLOGY
This species is a grassland specialist. Its typical habitat is high grasslands, however, it is also reported to inhabit areas of sparse vegetation in clearings, at the edge of forests, and in open plantation (Ziegler et al. 1999).
THREATS
This species is harvested for the pet trade, however, collection from the wild is minimal and not likely to be causing significant population declines.
USE AND TRADE
This species can be kept in captivity, but does not form a significant part of the pet trade. Any harvesting of this species does not constitute a major threat.
CONSERVATION ACTIONS
There are no known species-specific conservation measures in place for this species, however, in places its distribution coincides with protected areas. Further research on the taxonomy of this species should be carried out as there is some indication of subspecies differentiation (Ziegler et al. 1999). |
