Tropidophis, common name Caribbean dwarf boas, wood snakes or West Indian wood snakes,[2] is a genus of dwarf boas[3] endemic to the West Indies and South America.

They are secretive and predominantly terrestrial, found in a variety of natural habitats, including rain forest, swamps, pine woods and scrub, as well as in the vicinity of human habitation.

[4] Despite their relatively small size and secretive nature, some species may be susceptible to extirpation, mainly due to habitat alteration and introduced feral animals.

The Navassa Island dwarf boa (T. bucculentus) has not been seen for 100 years and is believed to be extinct.

Found in the West Indies, including Cuba, and in South America (Brazil, Peru and Ecuador).