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Bitis gabonica

The Bitis gabonica, or Gaboon viper, is one of the largest vipers, reaching lengths of up to 2 meters with striking brown and gray patterns for camouflage. Found in the rainforests of Central and West Africa, this nocturnal serpent is known for its potent venom and unique reproductive strategy of live birth.
Bitis arietans

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Boiga forsteni

Discover the Boiga forsteni, or Forsten’s Cat Snake, a medium-sized, nocturnal snake native to Southeast Asia, characterized by its striking dark scales adorned with lighter markings. This agile climber preys on small mammals and birds, playing a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance while thriving in tropical and subtropical forest habitats.
Bothriechis schlegelii

The Bothriechis schlegelii, commonly known as the eyelash viper, is a strikingly beautiful, nocturnal snake found in the tropical rainforests of Central America, characterized by vibrant coloration and distinctive horn-like scales above its eyes. This venomous species plays a vital role in its ecosystem as both a predator and prey, contributing to ecological balance while…
Azemiops kharini

Discover the Azemiops kharini, or Kharini, a stunning arboreal predator from Southeast Asia known for its vibrant, earth-toned patterns and remarkable stealth. Classified as vulnerable, this species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by regulating prey populations while thriving in the dense, humid forests of Malaysia, Indonesia, and southern Thailand.
Bothriechis supraciliaris

Bothriechis supraciliaris, or the eyelash pit viper, is a strikingly colorful snake native to the tropical rainforests of Central America, known for its vibrant green and yellow hues, distinctive horn-like scales, and effective ambush predation using heat-sensing pits. This nocturnal species plays a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance by regulating small mammal and bird…
Atractus emmeli

Discover the Atractus emmeli, also known as Emmel’s snail-eater, a slender, non-venomous snake native to the tropical rainforests of Central America. With a diet primarily consisting of snails, this nocturnal species plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of its ecosystem, while being categorized as Vulnerable due to habitat loss.
Blanus strauchi

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Bothriechis klebbai

Discover the enigmatic Bothriechis klebbai, or Emerald Snouted Viper, a striking arboreal snake native to the lush rainforests of Central America. This endangered species is known for its bright green coloration, elongated pointed snout, and vital role in its ecosystem as both predator and prey.
Bothriechis marchi

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