Porthidium ophryomegas, commonly known as the eyelash viper, is a strikingly colorful snake native to the humid forests of Central America. Notable for its distinctive horn-like scales above the eyes, this nocturnal ambush predator plays a vital role in its ecosystem, preying on small mammals, birds, and amphibians while adapting well to its vibrant rainforest habitat.
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Porthidium ophryomegas
Porthidium ophryomegas, commonly known as the eyelash viper, is a strikingly colorful snake native to the humid forests of Central America. Notable for its distinctive horn-like scales above the eyes, this nocturnal ambush predator plays a vital role in its ecosystem, preying on small mammals, birds, and amphibians while adapting well to its vibrant rainforest habitat.