Vine snake with a long nose

Ahaetulla longirostris: An Overview

• Characterized by a long, slender body, elongated nose, and minimal human danger.
• Primarily inhabits trees, making it an effective predator.
• Rediscovery in Dudhwa, Uttar Pradesh, highlights the importance of tree-dominated habitats.
• Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, located near the Indo-Nepal border, is a critical habitat for the Royal Bengal Tiger.
• Future research opportunities include understanding its behaviour, ecology, and distribution, assessing its population status, and monitoring its ecosystem role.