Emerald Tree Boa

Corallus caninus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Boidae

About

The emerald tree boa is a boa species found in the rainforests of South America. Since 2009, the species Corallus batesii has been distinguished from the emerald tree boa. Like all other boas, it is nonvenomous. Trade of the species is controlled internationally under CITES Appendix II.

Fun Fact

Specimens from the Amazon River basin tend to grow the largest, are much more docile than their Northern relatives and attain lengths of 7–9 feet (2.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the rainforests of South America.

Diet

Eat some smaller bird species as well as lizards and frogs.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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