Reptile Database of South Asia

South Asia is home to an extraordinary diversity of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, and crocodilians. The region's varied ecosystems (from the Himalayan foothills to tropical forests, deserts, and coastal mangroves) support a rich herpetofauna.

India (approx. 845 species), Sri Lanka (approx. 253 species), Pakistan (approx. 214 species), Bangladesh (approx. 152 species), Nepal (approx. 146 species), Afghanistan (approx. 118 species), Bhutan (approx. 91 species), and Maldives (approx. 12 species) collectively harbor over 1,153 reptile species, making this region one of the most important hotspots for reptile conservation in the world.