Atractus arangoi

Atractus arangoi, also known commonly as the big ground snake and the brown ground snake, is a species of snake in the subfamily Dipsadinae of the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to Colombia.

Etymology

The specific name, arangoi, is in honor of Colombian physician and naturalist Andrés Posada-Arango.

Geographic distribution

Atractus arangoi is found in southwestern Colombia, in Putumayo Department.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Atractus arangoi is rainforest.

Behavior

Atractus arangoi is terrestrial.

Reproduction

Atractus arangoi is oviparous.

Conservation status

Atractus arangoi is listed as "Critically Endangered" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. The species is estimated to occur in an area of only 10 square kilometers. Little is known of its life history, abundance, and population trend.