The Barbados threadsnake has been rediscovered in Barbados, 20 years after its last sighting. The snake, measuring 9 to 10 cm and as thin as spaghetti, was found during an ecological survey. It had been feared extinct and listed among species lost to science. Experts noted concerns about the snake's low population density affecting mating possibilities. The snake was first seen in 1889, with few sightings recorded since. The species is of particular concern due to habitat destruction, with 98% of the island's forests cleared for agriculture.
The Barbados threadsnake, discovered under a rock in March, can grow to 9 to 10 cm and is as thin as a strand of spaghetti. It had been feared extinct for 20 years and was previously on a global list of 4,800 species lost to science.
Connor Blades expressed concern about the threadsnake's population density, stating it poses challenges for mating due to habitat degradation. This plight amplifies the urgency of conservation efforts for such rare species in Barbados.
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