Sri lankan green pitviper
A species of Asian palm pit vipers, Also known as Sri Lankan Green Pit Viper Scientific name : Trimeresurus trigonocephalus Genus : Asian palm pit vipers
Sri lankan green pitviper, A species of Asian palm pit vipers
Also known as:
Sri Lankan Green Pit Viper
Scientific name: Trimeresurus trigonocephalus
Genus: Asian palm pit vipers
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Description
Trimeresurus trigonocephalus, the Sri Lankan pit viper, Ceylon pit viper, Sri Lankan green pitviper or locally, pala polonga, (Sinhalese: පà·
෠පà·à·
à¶à·) is a venomous pit viper species endemic to Sri Lanka. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
The species sri lankan green pitviper is primarily a carnivore, feasting on small mammals like rodents and occasionally birds. Its feeding behavior is largely nocturnal, relying on its keen senses and specialized venom to immobilize its prey.
Appearance
Sri lankan green pitviper is a moderately slender snake, reaching a maximum length of about 1 m. They have keeled scales with a coloration that ranges from pale green to dark brown with large yellow or white spots along the back. Many have a rust-colored stripe along the spine and possess a triangular head distinct from the narrow neck. There are no significant differences due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Sri lankan green pitviper is a nocturnal, solitary creature, primarily arboreal but known to descend to the ground for foraging. Characteristically, it displays an ambush hunting behavior, remaining motionless and striking its prey rapidly. This species is aggressive when threatened, with a distinctive hood-flaring threat display.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Asian palm pit vipers Species
Sri lankan green pitviper 
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