African bush viper
A species of Bush vipers Scientific name : Atheris squamigera Genus : Bush vipers
African bush viper, A species of Bush vipers
Scientific name: Atheris squamigera
Genus: Bush vipers
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Description
Atheris squamigera, common names green bush viper, variable bush viper, leaf viper, and others, is a venomous viper species endemic to west and central Africa. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
African bush viper is primarily a carnivorous species, mainly feeding on small mammals like rodents. It also exhibits an affinity for birds and frogs, using its potent venom to subdue its prey.
Appearance
African bush viper is a small, slender snake with keeled scales. The body color varies from yellowish-green to dark green, often marked with black-edged diamonds. It boasts a unique, triangular-shaped head with large eyes, known for their striking golden hue. It lacks any significant age or gender-based distinctions in appearance. Overall, african bush viper is recognizably vibrant and sharp-looking, manifesting an unmissable presence in its natural habitat.
Behavior
African bush viper is a nocturnal and arboreal serpent with a predominantly solitary lifestyle. It forages at night, hunting primarily birds and small mammals. Its distinctive behavior involves striking from a coiled position, with body segments appearing scale-ridged, a form of camouflage within its forest habitat. African bush viper is not known for extensive territorial behavior.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Bush vipers Species
African bush viper 
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