BioOne.org will be down briefly for maintenance on 17 December 2024 between 18:00-22:00 Pacific Time US. We apologize for any inconvenience.
How to translate text using browser tools
15 August 2024 Predation Attempt of Grant's Blindsnake (Typhlops granti) by a Cane Toad (Rhinella marina) in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico
Fabián A. Feliciano-Rivera, Chris A. Ortiz-Torres, Thomas D. Clayton-López
Author Affiliations +
Abstract

Invasive species such as the cane toad (Rhinella marina) can be detrimental to the ecosystems they invade, and can cause a decline of native species diversity. Introduced in Puerto Rico since the 1920's, the cane toad can be found across the whole island. We present the first known record of a predation attempt of Grant's blindsnake (Typhlops granti) by a cane toad in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. Grant's blindsnake is endemic to Puerto Rico and is considered endangered. Observations such as this one help to better understand the effects of the cane toad on Puerto Rico's trophic chain.

Fabián A. Feliciano-Rivera, Chris A. Ortiz-Torres, and Thomas D. Clayton-López "Predation Attempt of Grant's Blindsnake (Typhlops granti) by a Cane Toad (Rhinella marina) in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico," Caribbean Journal of Science 54(2), 208-209, (15 August 2024). https://doi.org/10.18475/cjos.v54i2.a5
Published: 15 August 2024
RIGHTS & PERMISSIONS
Get copyright permission
Back to Top