Patagonia lancehead
A species of Lanceheads Scientific name : Bothrops ammodytoides Genus : Lanceheads
Patagonia lancehead, A species of Lanceheads
Scientific name: Bothrops ammodytoides
Genus: Lanceheads
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Description General Info
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Description
Bothrops ammodytoides is a venomous pit viper species endemic to Argentina. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Patagonia lancehead is a carnivorous reptile, primarily feeding on small mammals. It displays a preference for rodents and lagomorphs, using its potent venom to immobilize its prey prior to ingestion.
Appearance
Patagonia lancehead is a medium-sized viper with a robust body covered in keeled scales. Its color varies from olive green to brown, adorned with diamond-shaped markings along its dorsal region. Notably, the species has a large, triangular head with a conspicuous pit between the eye and nostril. The tail ends in a distinctive yellow or cream-colored horn-like appendage. Males are generally smaller and slender than females, but there are no other noticeable differences between sexes or age groups.
Behavior
Patagonia lancehead is a solitary snake, known for its potent venom. Its primary behavior includes hunting small rodents and reptiles. The snake uses its camouflage to blend with sandy and rocky environments. It exhibits a distinctive warning posture when threatened, raising its head and front part of the body.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Lanceheads Species
Patagonia lancehead 
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