Discover the Causus resimus, a medium-sized snake known for its distinctive light brown to tan coloration and triangular head, native to the savannahs of East Africa. This nocturnal predator employs ambush tactics to hunt small mammals and birds, while playing a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance.
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Bothrops chloromelas
<p>Discover <strong>Bothrops chloromelas</strong>, a striking pit viper native to the humid tropical forests of Central America, characterized by its vibrant green, brown, and yellow coloration and distinct triangular head. This <strong>Vulnerable</strong> species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem as a nocturnal ambush predator, feeding primarily on small mammals and birds.</p>
Bothriechis nigroadspersus
The Bothriechis nigroadspersus, commonly known as the black-spotted night viper, is a striking, nocturnal snake native to the humid montane forests of Central America. Recognized for its vibrant coloration and distinctive black spots, this species plays a vital role in its ecosystem as an ambush predator, primarily feeding on small vertebrates, while facing threats from habitat loss and climate change.