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**Sri Lanka Bronze-back Tree Snake (endemic serpent species) - Sri Lanka (micro-endemic, threatened)
Status: Many island reptiles are threatened or range-restricted.
Range / Countries: Sri Lanka (local microhabitats).
Habitat: Forest understory, wet-zone streams, limestone outcrops.
Diet: Small vertebrates, amphibians, invertebrates.
Lifespan: Varies by species; several years.
Reproduction: Egg-laying or live-bearing depending on species.
Ecological role: Predator of small animals, insect control.
Main threats: Habitat loss, pollution, collection for pet trade.
Conservation notes: Protect headwater streams and forest fragments; restrict collection and educate local communities.
Island serpents often have tiny ranges and specialized habitat needs; their secretive lives control small-vertebrate populations and contribute to forest balance. Art can change fear into fascination.
2025 october 05
(TN-1133)