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  • Bothrops asper

    Bothrops asper

    Bothrops asper, commonly known as the Terciopelo or Fer-de-Lance, is a large pit viper found in Central and South America, recognized by its striking coloration and powerful ambush predation. This nocturnal snake plays a vital role in its ecosystem, regulating small mammal populations while facing threats from habitat destruction and human encroachment.

  • Bothrops alternatus

    Bothrops alternatus

    Discover the Argentine pit viper, Bothrops alternatus, a robust and camouflaged snake found in South America’s tropical regions. This carnivorous species preys on small mammals and birds, using its potent venom to subdue them, and is known for its live births and nocturnal ambush hunting behavior.

  • Bothrops alcatraz

    Bothrops alcatraz

    Bothrops alcatraz, commonly known as the Alcatraz pit viper, is a nocturnal, viviparous snake found in tropical South America, distinguished by its robust body and camouflage coloration, typically ranging from 1 to 1.5 meters. This vulnerable species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem, preying on small mammals and birds while contributing to ecological balance.

  • Boiga thackerayi

    Boiga thackerayi

    Boiga thackerayi, or Thackeray’s cat snake, is a strikingly colorful arboreal species native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, reaching lengths of 1.5 to 2 meters. This nocturnal predator primarily feeds on small mammals, birds, and lizards, playing a vital role in its ecosystem while facing threats from habitat loss.

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  • Atractus maculatus

    Atractus maculatus

    Atractus maculatus, or the spotted snake, is a slender, nocturnal species thriving in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Recognizable by its dark brown or black body adorned with lighter spots, this snake plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling invertebrate populations and serving as a food source…

  • Borikenophis portoricensis

    Borikenophis portoricensis

    Discover the Borikenophis portoricensis, or Puerto Rican snail-eating snake, a slender, nocturnal predator native to the lush rainforests and cloud forests of Puerto Rico. With a diet primarily consisting of snails and a distinctive brown to olive coloration, this vulnerable species plays a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance by controlling mollusk populations.

  • Boaedon upembae

    Boaedon upembae

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  • Atractus marthae

    Atractus marthae

    Atractus marthae, or the Marth’s snake, is a slender, nocturnal species native to the rainforests of Colombia and Venezuela, characterized by its dark brown or black striped pattern on a beige background. This vulnerable species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling invertebrate populations and relies on camouflage for protection in its lush,…

  • Atractus melas

    Atractus melas

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  • Erpeton tentaculatum
    Erpeton tentaculatum

    Erpeton tentaculatum, commonly known as the tentacled snake, is a unique, agile aquatic predator found in Southeast Asia’s freshwater ecosystems, distinguished by its elongated body and tentacle-like structures near its snout. This carnivorous species thrives in tropical climates, feeding primarily on fish and amphibians while playing a vital role in maintaining the balance of its…

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    Eroticoscincus graciloides

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