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This study focuses on evaluating the diversity of snakes in the Districts of Alanje, Bugaba, Boquerón, and Renacimiento, in the province of Chiriquí, Panama, considering anthropogenic influences on microhabitats. The research addresses the relationship between habitat fragmentation and snake biodiversity, highlighting the importance of understanding the human impact on these communities. Sampling was carried out over two years in different seasons, assessing random areas. Eighty-two specimens belonging to six families were identified, with Colubridae and Viperidae being the most represented. The ratio of non-venomous to venomous species was 7:4, indicating a prevalence of the former. The species accumulation curve suggests that species saturation was reached when approximately 50 individuals were sampled.
The results reflect high snake diversity in the region, with biodiversity indices that support the variability in the habitats studied. The abundance of medically important species such as Bothrops asper and the identification of vulnerable species highlight the importance of conservation.
This study provides a detailed overview of snake diversity in Chiriqui and establishes the need to continue monitoring and conserving these populations in a context of environmental and anthropogenic change.
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