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The Nonindigenous Occurrences section of the NAS species profiles has a new structure. The section is now dynamically updated from the NAS database to ensure that it contains the most current and accurate information. Occurrences are summarized in Table 1, alphabetically by state, with years of earliest and most recent observations, and the tally and names of drainages where the species was observed. The table contains hyperlinks to collections tables of specimens based on the states, years, and drainages selected. References to specimens that were not obtained through sighting reports and personal communications are found through the hyperlink in the Table 1 caption or through the individual specimens linked in the collections tables.

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Common name: Javan Filesnake

Synonyms and Other Names: Elephant Trunk Snake

Taxonomy: available through www.itis.gov

Native Range: Acrochordus javanicus is found within the coastal regions of India and Sri Lanka, and throughout the Indo-Australian islands as far as the Solomons. It originated in India (Chiu, 1999).

Alaska	Hawaii	Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands	Guam Saipan

Hydrologic Unit Codes (HUCs) Explained
Interactive maps: Point Distribution Maps

Means of Introduction: Released pet.

Status: Unknown.

Impact of Introduction: The impacts of this species are currently unknown, as no studies have been done to determine how it has affected ecosystems in the invaded range. The absence of data does not equate to lack of effects. It does, however, mean that research is required to evaluate effects before conclusions can be made.

Remarks: Not reported breeding. Specimens were occasionally captured or observed in a rock pit northwest of Miami from the late 1970s until ca. 1990 (J.A. Wasilewski, Natural Selections, Homestead, personal communication); a single individual observed floating dead in ca. 1998 (B. Vath, personal communication); population was presumably reproducing but may now be extirpated.

References: (click for full references)

Chiu, K. 1999. "Acrochordus javanicus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed July 16, 2015 at http://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Acrochordus_javanicus/

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, (Larry Connor). 2009. FWC Exotic database as of 3-31-2009. Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.

Author: Powell, R.S.

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