Typhlopidae · Global species account

Argyrophis diardii

(SCHLEGEL, 1839) [1]

One account across its documented countries and islands.

One species · Across borders

Global distribution

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Recorded distribution

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ListedIntroducedUncertain

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Across borders

11 recorded countries & territories

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Indonesian locality notes and qualifications
Sumatra
Nias, Weh, Sumatra, Banka

Borneo expressly rejected. Historical Vogelkop specimens discussed under PNG reports require review; Papua not promoted to confirmed range.

From the literature

Natural history

  • The source contains conflicting reproductive-mode statements; no single mode is assigned here. [1]

The depth of biological coverage varies by species. Missing traits are research gaps, not evidence that a behaviour or habitat is absent.

Sources

Sources checked 7 October 2026. Taxonomic and distribution treatments may change.

  1. The Reptile Database: Argyrophis diardii
Indonesia species collection