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Large Whip Snake

Large Whip Snake

Israel
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Desert

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

The species inhabits all Mediterranean habitats and is mostly common in the Mediterranean maquis and Mediterranean alluvial valleys. The species can also be found in the semi-arid / arid habitat around Be’er Sheva (and northward) and the open forest of Mount Hermon (supplementary Figure S 2 (g )). This species was identified at two Natufian sites in Israel: EWT (Lev et al. 2020) and Eynan (Biton et al. 2021).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Large Whip Snake is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, grassland, desert, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Large Whip Snake.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeIsrael
Habitat RangeForest, Grassland, Desert
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificDolichophis jugularis
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyColubridae