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Rediscovery of the ‘Lost’ Snake Phalotris multipunctatus (Serpentes: Dipsadidae) in Paraguay with Behavioral Notes and Reference to the Importance of Rancho Laguna Blanca for Its Conservation
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Abstract
Abstract:
Phalotris multipunctatus was previously only known from the type specimens collected from two widely disparate localities in the Cerrado of southeast and central Brazil over 36 years ago. Here, it is documented to occur in Paraguay from two specimens recently collected at the highly diverse Rancho Laguna Blanca. Live coloration is described and notes on unusual defensive behaviors are provided, along with the first live image of the species. It is considered highly likely that the species is critically endangered in Paraguay, and probably globally endangered. The importance of Rancho Laguna Blanca for the conservation of this poorly-known burrowing snake and other rare Cerrado reptiles is highlighted, along with the imminent threats to its existence.
Accepted 10 11月 2017
Acknowledgments:
We are indebted to staff, visiting researchers, and volunteers of Estación Ecológica Para La Tierra, especially Rebecca Smith for her assistance in the creation of the map. We also would like to thank Malvina Duarte for her unwavering support of all projects at RLB and the Paraguayan Secretaria del Ambiente for issuing permit number 220/2016 required for this work to take place. KA and PS are grateful for support received from the PRONII program of CONACyT.
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