Sapa mabuya – Eutropis chapaensis – (Bourret, 1937)

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Science name: Eutropis chapaensis – (Bourret, 1937)

Taxonomic:  Animalia>> Chordata>> Reptilia>> Squamata >> Scincidae >> chapaensis

Species status: Endemic ; IUCN status: LC (Least Concern)

Description:

Physical characteristics: Eutropis chapaensis is a species of skink that exhibits typical scincid characteristics, including a sleek body and limbs well-adapted for terrestrial locomotion.

Distribution and habitat:

Elevation: Found at elevations around 1,500 meters above sea level.
Area: Eutropis chapaensis is endemic to northern and central Vietnam. It is recorded from the provinces of Lao Cai (Sa Pa), Dien Bien (Muong Nha), Phu Tho, Quang Ninh, Bac Giang, Son La, Hoa Binh, Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Gia Lai, and Kien Giang (Phu Quoc). Its type locality is Cha Pa (now Sa Pa), Lao Cai Province.
Habitat: This species inhabits subtropical and tropical moist montane forests. It is also found in lowland forests and can adapt to secondary or disturbed forest habitats.

Behaviour and ecology:

Lifestyle: Eutropis chapaensis is a nocturnal and arboreal species, often found in submontane forests. It is well-adapted to forested environments and can be seen in both primary and secondary forests, including disturbed areas.

Reproduction: No specific reproductive information is available for this species, but like other skinks, it is likely to be oviparous.

Conservation and status:

IUCN Red List Category and Criteria: Listed as Least Concern (LC) due to its wide distribution in northern and central Vietnam and its occurrence in multiple protected areas.

Threats: There are no significant threats identified for this species, but further research is required to assess its population and potential impacts of habitat degradation due to human activity.

Conservation actions: Continued monitoring of this species in its forested habitats is recommended to ensure long-term population stability, particularly in light of forest habitat modification and fragmentation.

Hoang Quy

I love Vietnam's rich natural heritage and am dedicated to making a positive impact on wildlife conservation. As a wildlife guide, I specialize in birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and various insects, working passionately to explore and protect the diverse ecosystems of Vietnam.

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