Angkor Wildlife & Aquarium gladly welcomed a new generation of a unique Cambodian species: eight baby Tonle Sap Water Snakes (Enhydris longicauda) born in our care.
This species, found only in Tonle Sap Lake, is an important component of Cambodia’s freshwater biodiversity. Despite being quite numerous in the lake, the Tonle Sap Water Snake is under tremendous threat from overfishing, particularly for food. This pressure jeopardizes their future—and the balance of the ecosystem.
At AWA, our conservation team has spent more than two years studying this species in a controlled habitat. Our primary goals have been to better comprehend their care, study their behavior, and develop responsible captive management approaches.
This is the first successful breeding of this species at AWA, and it represents a significant milestone in our efforts to promote the long-term survival of Cambodia’s natural wildlife.
