Compsophis vinckei
CR

Compsophis vinckei

Declining

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Overview

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

Compsophis vinckei faces severe threats from widespread deforestation and habitat conversion throughout Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to slash-and-burn agriculture, logging operations, and expanding human settlements. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches essential for this endemic snake's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Malagasy snake inhabits the humid lowland and montane rainforests of eastern Madagascar, typically found in primary forest areas with dense canopy cover. The species appears to prefer undisturbed forest environments with abundant leaf litter and fallen logs that provide shelter and hunting opportunities.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Compsophis vinckei classified as Critically Endangered?
Compsophis vinckei is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Compsophis vinckei faces severe threats from widespread deforestation and habitat conversion throughout Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to slash-and-burn agriculture, logging operations, and expanding human settlements. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches essential for this endemic snake's survival.
Where does Compsophis vinckei live?
Compsophis vinckei occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Compsophis vinckei?
The main threats to Compsophis vinckei are 2.1, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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