Furcifer angeli, an Endangered Jewel of West Madagascar

The Angel's Chameleon (Furcifer angeli) is a typical forest species that thrives in the dry deciduous forests of West Madagascar. It requires undisturbed habitats; any disruption can lead to its decline and potential extinction in certain areas.

Habitat and Range: Its range is confined to a few scattered remnants of the original forest, highlighting its vulnerability. These limited habitats make the species heavily reliant on the preservation of its natural environment.
Threats: The Angel's Chameleon faces significant threats from logging and wildfires, which contribute to habitat destruction. These activities disrupt its living conditions and fragment its populations, making recovery more difficult.

Conservation Status: The Angel's Chameleon is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This status reflects the severe risks it faces due to habitat loss and emphasizes the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect its remaining habitats and promote sustainable management practices. Additionally,

CITES export quotas in recent years for the Angel's Chameleon (Annex II) have comprised around 150 specimens yearly, most of which die without reproducing.