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08/06/2025

𝗧𝘂𝘅𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
𝗢𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus olmec)
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

- 𝗧𝘂𝘅𝘁𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗿𝘂𝘇, 𝗠é𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗼 🇲🇽

Metlapilcoatlus olmec, also known as the Olmecan jumping pit viper, is a venomous pit viper species native to Mexico. It is characterized by its stout body, large head with a rounded snout, and short, non-prehensile tail. The snake's coloration typically involves a gray-brown or reddish-brown base with darker blotches.

𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀:
Metlapilcoatlus olmec is a pit viper, meaning it possesses venom and heat-sensing pits on its head.

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝗱𝘆:
This species is known for its thick, robust build.

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱:
The head is large and broad, with a rounded snout and small eyes.

𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗹:
The tail is relatively short and not prehensile (cannot grasp objects).

𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
A common color pattern includes a gray-brown or reddish-brown base with darker blotches.

𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁:
Metlapilcoatlus olmec is found in mesic habitats like rainforests and cloud forests in Mexico, particularly in upland areas.

𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲:
Females can reach a maximum length of 77.0 cm, while males can grow up to 61.8 cm.

𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀:
It is also known as the Tuxtlan jumping pit viper or the Olmecan pit viper.
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PC: Kevin Ramirez

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

08/04/2025

𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus mexicanus)
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

- 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮 🇬🇹

The Central American jumping pitviper (Metlapilcoatlus mexicanus) is a venomous pitviper species found in Central America, known for its ability to strike with a jumping motion and the way it can launch itself forward when striking, giving it the common name "jumping pitviper". They are found in tropical forests from Mexico to Panama, inhabiting various locations hidden among fallen leaves, tree roots, caves or near ravines and lakes.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 "𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴"?
The name "jumping pitviper" comes from their ability to strike with a forceful upward movement, sometimes lifting their body off the ground during the strike. This is a defensive mechanism, and while they are known for this behavior, they don't jump in the sense of leaping over long distances.

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲:
It is relatively thick, short and a stout snake, typically reaching lengths of 60-70 centimeters about 24-28 inches).

𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁:
Found in primary and secondary forests, including areas with fallen leaves, tree roots, caves, and near water sources like ravines and lakes.

𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿:
They are terrestrial and active both during day and night, preferring to ambush prey from a hidden location

𝗧𝗮𝘅𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆:
The species has been previously classified under several genera (Atropos, Bothriechis, Bothrops, Atropoides, and Porthidium) before being placed in the genus Metlapilcoatlus in 2019.

𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲, 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺 & 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘀:
Central American jumping pit vipers are venomous and are a known cause of snakebites due to their wide distribution and cryptic lifestyle (meaning they blend in well with their surroundings).
Due to their cryptic nature and wide distribution, they are a common cause of snakebites in the region.
Symptoms of a bite can include local pain, swelling, bruising, blistering, and tissue necrosis.
While their venom is potent myotoxic, bites are not always fatal due to the snake's size and venom potency.
Antivenom is the primary treatment for severe envenomation.

𝗗𝗶𝗲𝘁:
Juveniles primarily eat insects like grasshoppers.
Adults typically consume small rodents, lizards, and even crabs.

𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲:
Extends from Southern Mexico (Chiapas) through Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Panama.
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PC: Andres Novales Aguirrezabal

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

08/02/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿'𝘀 - 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱/𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲

"𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗹𝘂𝘀" is a genus of venomous Pit Vipers, commonly known as "Jumping Pit Vipers", found in Mexico and Central America. There are currently six recognized species within the genus. These snakes are known for their stout bodies and the ability to strike with speed and agility, although the "jumping" aspect is likely exaggerated.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗹𝘂𝘀:
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀: All species within the genus are venomous.

𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰: They are native to Mexico and Central America.

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆:They are known for their relatively thick bodies compared to other pit vipers.

"𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴" 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: While the name suggests a leaping ability, this is likely an overstatement of their strike speed and agility.

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆: There are currently six recognized species, including
•Metlapilcoatlus borealis,
•Metlapilcoatlus indomitus,
•Metlapilcoatlus mexicanus,
•Metlapilcoatlus nummifer,
•Metlapilcoatlus olmec,
•Metlapilcoatlus occiduus.

𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁: They are typically found in mountainous regions of Mesoamerica.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀: Some species, like M. indomitus, are classified as endangered.

𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀:

(𝟭): 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus borealis)
Found in the northernmost section of its distribution in Mexico.
[Mexico on the Sierra Madre Oriental, South of San Luis Potosi to Hidalgo and North of Veracruz].

(𝟮): 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus indomitus)
An endangered species found in Central America, named in honor of Honduras and the project Honduras Indomita.
[Sierra de Botaderos and La Muralla of Honduras].

(𝟯): 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 (Metlapilcoatlus mexicanus)
A common species found from Mexico to Panama, and across both slopes of Costa Rica and Panama.
[Southern Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Panama].

(𝟰): 𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus nummifer)
Its conservation status is not mentioned in the provided search results.
[Mexico, South of Veracruz to Oaxaca, Chiapas, Puebla].

(𝟱): 𝗧𝘂𝘅𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus olmec)
Known for its stout body and relatively large size.
[Mexico on the upper slopes of the Sierra de Los Tuxtlas in southern Veracru].

(𝟲): 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Metlapilcoatlus occiduus)
Its habitat includes subtropical wet forest on the Pacific versant from southeastern Chiapas, Mexico to western El Salvador. It also inhabits the pine-oak forest near Guatemala City. It can be found at altitudes varying from 1,000–1,600 m (3,300–5,200 ft).
[Mexico on the upper slopes of the Sierra de Los Tuxtlas in southern Veracruz].

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁.

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/31/2025

𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Mixcoatlus melanurus)
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

- 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗼 🇲🇽

The black-tailed horned pitviper is endemic to the mountains of Southern Mexico. These terrestrial snakes are venomous with a body size around 15-20 inches and is known for its black-tipped tail. The snake is small and considered endangered.

One of the most distinctive vipers in Mexico (because of its characteristic little horns and black tail), endemic to Puebla and parts of Veracruz and Oaxaca, found in high desert regions. The landscape is usually spectacular, dominated by cacti of various shapes and sizes.

𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀:
It possesses venom containing peptides and proteins, including a novel β-neurotoxic heterodimeric PLA2 called Melanurutoxin, which contributes to its toxicity.

𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿:
It belongs to the pit viper family, meaning it has heat-sensing pits on its head that allow it to detect infrared radiation from warm-blooded prey.

𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗼:
Its natural habitat is restricted to the mountains of southern Mexico.

𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲:
It is relatively small, typically measuring between 15-20 inches in length.

𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹:
It lives primarily on the ground, hunting from ambush.

𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱:
Its conservation status is listed as endangered.

𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝗧𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗹:
As the name suggests, it has a dark-colored tail, which may serve as a visual lure or camouflage.

𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺:
The venom can cause severe hypotension, neuromuscular blockade, flaccid paralysis, and respiratory arrest.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
The venom is notable for its high content of Melanurutoxin and bradykinin-potentiating peptides, and relatively low levels of snake venom metalloproteinases.
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PC: Cesar Barrio Amorós

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/28/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Ophryacus undulatus)
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

-𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗼, 𝗦𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲 𝗢𝗮𝘅𝗮𝗰𝗮, 𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗼 🇲🇽

Ophryacus undulatus is a venomous pitviper species, commonly known as the Slender-horned Pitviper or Mexican Horned Pitviper. It is endemic to Mexico and found in mountainous regions of central and southern Mexico. These snakes are characterized by elongated supraocular scales that form "horns" or "spines" above their eyes.

𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝘃𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿:
Like other pitvipers, Ophryacus undulatus possesses heat-sensing pits on its head that help it detect prey.

𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰:
This species is exclusively found in Mexico, inhabiting mountainous areas.

𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱:
The common name "Slender-horned" refers to the distinctive horn-like scales above their eyes.

𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲:
Adults typically reach 55-70 centimeters (21 5⁄8–27 1⁄2 inches) in length.

𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁:
They are found in the Sierra Madre Oriental and Sierra Madre del Sur mountain ranges, typically above 1800 meters (5900 feet).

𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀:
It's also known as the Mexican Horned Pitviper and is one of three recognized species in the Ophryacus genus.
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PC: Eli Garcia-Padilla

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/24/2025

𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Bitis worthingtoni)
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

- 𝗥𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆, 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 🇰🇪

A Kenyan endemic small viper species found in the Gregory Rift Valley only.
Listed as Vulnerable by IUCN - it has a small and highly fragmented range in a region that is extensively cultivated for agriculture. In addition, the species is targeted (illegally) for the pet trade.
Venomous but small, so bites can be treated symptomatically.
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PC: Robin James

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/18/2025

ᴀ ꜱᴛᴜɴɴɪɴɢ ᴀᴅᴜʟᴛ ꜰᴇᴍᴀʟᴇ... 🪨🐍🏔️

𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Bitis worthingtoni)
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

- 𝗥𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆, 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 🇰🇪

𝙊𝙉𝙀 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙆𝙀𝙉𝙔𝘼'𝙎 𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙇 𝙏𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙐𝙍𝙀𝙎:
This is one of Kenya's endemic species, only found in a highly restricted range within the country. Unfortunately, it shares that range with a lot of agricultural activity, with much of its habitat carved up into smallholdings. Adding to that, it is also under immense pressure from direct killing (it is often mistaken for a small individual of its cousin, the Puff Adder (B. arietans)) as well as collection for the illegal pet trade.
Venomous but small, so bites are unlikely to be serious.
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PC: Robin James

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/16/2025

𓆗•𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗦𝗡𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬•𓆗

"World Snake Day" on July-16 urges increased awareness for the wide variety of snake species around the world. With around 4000 plus species, finding a snake that fascinates you or that was unknown to you previously won't be difficult. What may be difficult is realizing you were actually supposed to be in Slytherin House and not Ravenclaw.

Snakes are interesting creatures. Most people get the creeps when they think of or see a snake. There are a lot of misconceptions about snakes, too.
For example, of the 4000 plus different snake species, only about 600 plus are venomous. Of those, only 200 of those pose a significant risk to human life.

The world’s smallest snake is the "Barbados Thread Snake". This serpent is smaller than a nightcrawler at about 4 inches. In comparison, the longest snake is the "Reticulated Python", and the heaviest is the "Green Anaconda".
One distinctive viper, the "atheris hispida" - a bush viper - jumps out of fantasy books with its scaled head. Did the viper inspire fire breathing dragons?

Some snakes are brilliantly colored. Vibrant reds, yellows, blues, and oranges populate the snake world. From the green tree python whose color ranges from green to red and brown and the banded sea krait that looks like it came out of the Beetlejuice movie, it's a rainbow-colored world.

°𝟴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀°
•1- Only 1/8 of the known species are venomous.
•2: Their upper and lower jaws separate to allow snakes to consume prey up to three times larger than the diameter of their head.
•3: Snakes eat their prey whole.
•4: Most snakes are nocturnal.
•5: Their tongue is used to smell their air.
•6: Snakes are cold-blooded, or ectotherms, and must sun themselves to regulate their body temperatures.
•7: While most snakes lay eggs, some give live birth.
•8: From anti-tumor treatments to antibacterial properties, snake venom has been studied for medical purposes for many years.
PC: ZTH Photography

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/14/2025

ᴀɴ ɪɴᴄʀᴇᴅɪʙʟᴇ ᴍᴀʟᴇ... 🪨🐍🏔️

𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿 - 𝗡𝗼𝘀𝗲-𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗿
(Vipera ammodytes)
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀

- 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗮 🇭🇷

Vipera ammodytes is considered one of the most dangerous European vipers due to its size, long fangs, and venom toxicity.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗻:
The most distinguishing feature is the fleshy, horn-like projection on its snout, which is made of soft tissue and scales.

𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲:
Like all vipers, it possesses venom, which it uses to subdue prey (small mammals, birds, lizards) and for defense.

𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲:
Adults can grow up to 95 cm (37 inches) long. They have a stout body, short tail, and a triangular head. Their coloration varies, aiding in camouflage within their rocky, sandy, and shrubby habitats.

𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲:
Despite its name "ammodytes" (meaning sand burrower), it prefers dry, rocky, and shrubby areas rather than sandy ones.

𝗥𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱:
When threatened, it can produce a rattling sound by rubbing specialized scales together, a behavior that helps it avoid biting.

𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿:
While venomous, it is generally not aggressive and prefers to avoid confrontation. It may hiss loudly or attempt to bite if startled or provoked.

𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀:
There are five recognized subspecies of Vipera ammodytes.

𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀:
Its venom contains toxins that can cause local and systemic effects, including neurotoxic symptoms like drooping eyelids, difficulty swallowing, and muscle weakness.

𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
They are ovoviviparous, giving birth to live young (1-20 snakelets).

𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲:
Their coloration and patterns provide excellent camouflage, allowing them to blend seamlessly with their surroundings, making them effective ambush predators.
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PC: Frank Portillo

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/13/2025

𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘄.......! 🐍
(𝟭𝟯𝘁𝗵 - 𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆)

We celebrate snakes everyday but especially highlight these incredible serpents during the "𝗦𝗡𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞".
It is a week dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness about snakes.
"𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆"
also falls within this week, on 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟲.
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PC: Ekalavya Nachu

#𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:-
Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling pest populations and maintaining balance. By appreciating and understanding these incredible reptiles, we can reduce fear and promote coexistence.

𓆈𓆊𓆉•𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝•𓆗𓆙 𓆑

07/09/2025

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