IUCN Listing: Least Concern
Not at a high risk of becoming extinct in the wild
Fact File
Native Range
Coastal forests of Madagascar
Natural Habitat
Forest and Shrubland
Diet
Birds, bats and small ground-dwelling mammals
Life Expectancy
In the wild: Up to 20 years
In zoos: Up to 30 years
Breeding
Incubation period:
6 months. 1 – 16 live young.
Group Name
Unknown
Active Hours
Nocturnal (most active during the night)
Threats
Habitat loss, illegal pet trade and climate change
Fun Fact
The Madagascar Tree Boa has heat sensing pits that allow it to hunt warm blooded animals in the dark!