Rhombic night adder
A species of Night adders, Also known as Cape night adder, Cape viper Scientific name : Causus rhombeatus Genus : Night adders
Rhombic night adder, A species of Night adders
Also known as:
Cape night adder, Cape viper
Scientific name: Causus rhombeatus
Genus: Night adders
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Description General Info
Description
Causus rhombeatus is a venomous viper species endemic to subsaharan Africa. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
10-20 years
Diet
Rhombic night adder primarily subsists on a diet consisting of small vertebrates, particularly amphibians. This nocturnal snake uses its potent venom to immobilize prey, frequently targeting toads due to their slow movement.
Appearance
Rhombic night adder is a moderately sized snake with a robust and cylindrical body covered in smooth scales. It boasts an assertive display of green and black crossbands, stretching uniformly across the body. There's a distinct rhombic (diamond) pattern, hence its name. It has a small, arrow-shaped head equipped with folding fangs located at the back of its mouth. There are no remarkable differences in appearance between genders, age groups, or subspecies for this creature.
Behavior
Rhombic night adder shows predominantly nocturnal behavior, engaging in ambush hunting to capture prey. Solitary by nature, it defends its territory fiercely from members of the same species. Its distinct sidewinding motion, used to navigate effectively in its desert habitat, also aids in camouflage.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Night adders Species
Rhombic night adder 
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