Antiguan racer  (Alsophis antiguae)

Originally distributed throughout Antigua and Barbuda, in the West Indies. By the late 20th Century, it was found only on Great Bird Island off the northeast coast of Antigua (2). A re-introduction programme is underway to restore this species to parts of its original range (5).

Antiguan racers prefer forested areas that are heavily shaded and have leaf litter, logs and dense undergrowth, but they may also be found on sandy or rocky areas (2).