Eyelash Viper Bothriechis Schleglii
One of the smallest venomous snakes in central America, this viper is named for the bristly scales above its eyes that resemble eyelashes! The eyelash viper can be yellow, green or pink in color depending on where they come from.
ORIGIN:
Central America
HABITAT:
Sea-level forests, streamside vegetation and montane forests
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
Length: 2.5 ft
DIET:
Small mammals, birds, lizards and frogs
PREDATORS:
Large mammals, other snakes and birds of prey
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Venomous bite
REPRODUCTION:
Females carry eggs for around six months before they hatch internally
THREATS:
Habitat loss and collection for the pet trade
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Exceeds 16 yrs in human care
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