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| Subspecies: | Unknown |
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| CITES Status: | NOT LISTED |
| IUCN Status: | Vulnerable |
| U.S. ESA Status: | NOT LISTED |
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| Jumping Ability: | (Horizontal) |
| Life Span: | in the Wild |
| Life Span: | in Captivity |
| Sexual Maturity: | (Females) |
| Sexual Maturity: | (Males) |
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Habitat:
This species is found in montane forests on hill sides and in valleys (Molur et al. 2002).
Range:
This species is endemic to South Asia. Currently it is known from India (Sikkim and West Bengal) and Nepal (Central) (Molur et al.2002, Srinivasulu and Srinivasulu 2012). Its extent of occurrence is estimated to be 68,954 km², however, the area of occupancy has been estimated as less than 2,000 km² based on the likely availability in habitat in the locations it has been recorded in. In Nepal, it has been recently reported from Bajrabarahi at an altitude of 1,485 m asl. in Khatmandu area (Thapa et al. 2012).
Conservation:
Although there are no direct conservation measures in place, the species has been recorded from the Annapurna Conservation Area in Nepal. Surveys are needed and habitat management in Nepal is recommended (Molur et al. 2002).