VU

Stadelman's Worm Snake

Amerotyphlops stadelmani

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Amerotyphlops stadelmani faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Central America. The species' fossorial lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to soil disturbance from intensive farming practices and construction activities. Habitat fragmentation has isolated populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting the species' ability to recolonize disturbed areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fossorial snake inhabits loose, well-drained soils in tropical dry forests and agricultural margins at elevations up to 1,200 meters. It prefers areas with organic-rich substrate that supports its invertebrate prey base, particularly in regions with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Stadelman's Worm Snake classified as Vulnerable?
Stadelman's Worm Snake is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Amerotyphlops stadelmani faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Central America. The species' fossorial lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to soil disturbance from intensive farming practices and construction activities. Habitat fragmentation has isolated populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting the species' ability to recolonize disturbed areas.
Where does Stadelman's Worm Snake live?
Stadelman's Worm Snake occurs in Honduras. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Stadelman's Worm Snake?
The main threats to Stadelman's Worm Snake are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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