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Calamodontophis ronaldoi

Declining

Overview

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

Calamodontophis ronaldoi faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its specialized habitat requirements. The species' extremely limited geographic range in northeastern Brazil makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while its secretive fossorial lifestyle complicates population monitoring and conservation efforts.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fossorial snake inhabits sandy soils and loose substrates in the Caatinga dry forest ecosystem of northeastern Brazil. It shows preference for areas with adequate ground cover and vegetation that provide suitable conditions for its burrowing lifestyle.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calamodontophis ronaldoi classified as Endangered?
Calamodontophis ronaldoi is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Calamodontophis ronaldoi faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its specialized habitat requirements. The species' extremely limited geographic range in northeastern Brazil makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while its secretive fossorial lifestyle complicates population monitoring and conservation efforts.
Where does Calamodontophis ronaldoi live?
Calamodontophis ronaldoi occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Calamodontophis ronaldoi?
The main threats to Calamodontophis ronaldoi 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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