Palestine saw-scaled viper
A species of Saw-scaled vipers Scientific name : Echis coloratus Genus : Saw-scaled vipers
Palestine saw-scaled viper, A species of Saw-scaled vipers
Scientific name: Echis coloratus
Genus: Saw-scaled vipers
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Description
Echis coloratus is a venomous viper species endemic to the Middle East and Egypt. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
5-15 years
Diet
Palestine saw-scaled viper predominantly feeds on small rodents, birds, and other snakes. It has a food-specific venom that plays a key role in immobilizing and pre-digesting its prey, allowing it to consume larger organisms efficiently.
Appearance
Palestine saw-scaled viper is a small venomous snake with a slender, cylindrical body. It has rough, keeled scales adorned with an intricate pattern of dark spots, streaks and crossbars against a tan or light-colored background. The snake's distinctive features include a triangular head and a short, rounded tail. There are no notable differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Palestine saw-scaled viper is a solitary, nocturnal species that uses body rocking and hissing sounds as an intimidation display. Known for its 'sidewinding' locomotion, palestine saw-scaled viper employs an efficient movement strategy adapted to its desert habitat. It exhibits distinctive oviparous reproduction, wherein female palestine saw-scaled viper deposit their eggs in a protected spot.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Saw-scaled vipers Species
Palestine saw-scaled viper 
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