Philippine Wolf Snake
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| Philippine Wolf Snake |
Lycodon philippinus, commonly known as the Philippine Wolf Snake or Philippine Dryocalamus, is a species of non-venomous colubrid snake endemic to Palawan. This is the smallest of the three Lycodon species occurring in Palawan, characterized by its slender, arboreal form adapted to lowland tropical moist forests. Coloration varies, with some specimens showing stripes or spots on the head and body.
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| Philippine Wolf Snake |
This species primarily inhabits tropical lowland forests and secondary forests, where it favors environments with high humidity and dense vegetation cover. It is often observed in arboreal microhabitats, such as tree cavities, bark crevices, and thick foliage within the understory layer during the day. The Philippine Wolf Snake is nocturnal and has been seen hunting for food both on the ground and in the canopy at night.
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| Philippine Wolf Snake |
Its distribution spans from the northern to the southern Palawan mainland, including the island of Balabac. However, records are sparse, and it is now rarely encountered. Habitat loss due to agriculture, logging, and urban growth poses significant threats, contributing to a suspected ongoing decline in the population.
