Furcifer bifidus is found in east Madagascar, and there is no known type locality.[2] According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), it can be found over an area of 35,368 square kilometres (13,656 square miles), and is therefore ranked as a Least Concern species of animal, although it is exposed to many threats.[1] It can be found on the east of Madagascar north after the Mangoro River, and as far as Daraina and Marojejy National Park (Marojejy Massif). It has been found at a highest of 700 metres (2,300 feet) above sea level.[1] The two major threats to the Furcifer bifidus are logging for commercial reasons and the slash-and-burn method in agriculture. The species has been listed as protected.[1]
Taxonomy
Furcifer bifidus was initially described by French chemist, mineralogist, and zoologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1800.[3][4]
References
^ abcdJenkins, R.K.B.; Andreone, F.; Andriamazava, A.; Anjeriniaina, M.; Brady, L.; Glaw, F.; Griffiths, R.A.; Rabibisoa, N.; Rakotomalala, D.; Rakotondravony, H.; Randrianantoandro, J.C.; Randrianiriana, J.; Randrianizahana, H.; Ratsoavina, F.; Robsomanitrandrasana, E. (2011). "Furcifer bifidus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2011: e.T172937A6944687. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2011-2.RLTS.T172937A6944687.en. Retrieved 12 November 2021.
