Rhinoceros Viper

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Description

Range & Habitat

Found In: West and central Africa/Tropical and swamps

Behavior

Diet

Carnivore. Diet consists of small mammals, amphibians, and fish.

Conservation

The exotic pet trade and capture for resources (skin and venom) are the major threats to this species. Despite this, it is very common and has no decline in numbers.

Fun Facts

• This species’ venom is one type of snake venom used to produce SAIMR polyvalent antivenom, which is used to treat certain venomous snake bites.