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Israeli mole viper

A species of Mole viper
Scientific name : Atractaspis engaddensis Genus : Mole viper

Israeli mole viper, A species of Mole viper
Scientific name: Atractaspis engaddensis
Genus: Mole viper
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Description General Info

Description

Atractaspis engaddensis is a venomous snake found in Sinai, Israel, Jordan, SW/C Saudi Arabia and Lebanon.

General Info

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

Israeli mole viper is primarily a nocturnal ophiophagous creature, preying predominantly on other snakes. It utilises a 'strike and release' mechanism, injecting potent venom to immobilise its prey before consumption.

Appearance

Israeli mole viper is a burrowing snake with a cylindrical body that can reach lengths of up to 80 cm. It has thick, rough skin, predominately black or dark brown in color with no distinctive markings. Its unusual feature is a unique set of large, rear protruding fangs. There are no significant differences in appearance between genders or as the animal ages.

Behavior

Israeli mole viper exhibits solitary and nocturnal tendencies. It employs a distinct predatory strategy, burrowing into the sand and ambushing its prey. Unusual among snakes, israeli mole viper uses a 'sideways strike' to deliver venom instead of front-facing bites. Its defensive behavior includes curling its body and hiding its head under a coil.

Population

Stable

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Lamprophiid snakes
Genus
Mole viper
Species
Israeli mole viper
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