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White-lipped pit viper

A species of Asian palm pit vipers, Also known as White-lipped tree viper, White-lipped bamboo pit viper
Scientific name : Trimeresurus albolabris Genus : Asian palm pit vipers

White-lipped pit viper, A species of Asian palm pit vipers
Also known as:
White-lipped tree viper, White-lipped bamboo pit viper
Scientific name: Trimeresurus albolabris
Genus: Asian palm pit vipers
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White-lipped pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) Photo By Klemen Čotar , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Trimeresurus albolabris, the white-lipped pit viper, is a venomous pit viper species endemic to Southeast Asia. Three subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.

General Info

Lifespan

15-20 years

Diet

White-lipped pit viper is predominantly carnivorous, specialized in feeding on small mammals, particularly rodents. Occasionally, its diet includes small birds. Due to its venomous nature, it immobilizes prey before consumption.

Appearance

White-lipped pit viper is a medium-sized venomous snake with a slender body, characterized by its rough, keeled scales. Primarily green, a distinct white or yellow lateral stripe runs the length of its body. Occasionally, it exhibits red or blue coloration. Males tend to be smaller and thinner than females. Its most notable feature is its heat-sensing pit organs located between the eye and nostril on either side of its head.

Behavior

White-lipped pit viper, also known as the White-lipped pit viper, is a primarily nocturnal species exhibiting ambush predation tactics, whereby it waits to strike prey from a stationary position. This solitary snake shows aggression when threatened by puffing its body and striking out. It navigates its arboreal environment skillfully, preferring the cover of foliage.

Population

Stable
White-lipped pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) White-lipped pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) Photo By Klemen Čotar , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Vipers
Genus
Asian palm pit vipers
Species
White-lipped pit viper
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