Bornean keeled green pit viper
A species of Temple pit vipers, Also known as North Philippine Temple Pitviper Scientific name : Tropidolaemus subannulatus Genus : Temple pit vipers
Bornean keeled green pit viper, A species of Temple pit vipers
Also known as:
North Philippine Temple Pitviper
Scientific name: Tropidolaemus subannulatus
Genus: Temple pit vipers
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Description General Info
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Description
Tropidolaemus subannulatus is a venomous pit viper species native to Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Bornean keeled green pit viper primarily feeds on small amphibians, particularly frogs. This nocturnal reptile uses its venomous fangs to immobilize its prey, ensuring a successful hunt during its nightly prowls.
Appearance
Bornean keeled green pit viper is a small-sized snake with a lean, elongated body covered in smooth scales. Its coloration is primarily green, with distinct black bands extending along its length. The snake's underbelly is lighter, usually a pale yellow or greenish-white. A striking feature is its bright red tail, especially noticeable in males. There is little difference in size or markings between genders and across different life stages.
Behavior
Bornean keeled green pit viper is a nocturnal, solitary, and venomous snake known for its sit-and-wait hunting strategy. It exhibits non-migratory habits with strong territorial fidelity, often returning to the same ambush site. Strikingly, females exhibit maternal care by coiling around the offspring, providing protection until they shed their skin and disperse.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Temple pit vipers Species
Bornean keeled green pit viper 
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