The Motuo Bamboo Pit Viper is a species of very aggressive, poisonous pit viper snake commonly found in several Asian countries. This arboreal (tree-dwelling) and nocturnal serpents are known for their bright fluorescent green coloration, which is probably used for camouflaging in the greens.
| Kingdom |
Animalia |
| Phylum |
Chordata |
| Class |
Reptilia |
| Order |
Squamata |
| Suborder |
Serpentes |
| Family |
Viperidae |
| Genus |
Trimeresurus |
| Species |
T. medoensis |
| Scientific Name |
Trimeresurus medoensis |
| Length |
Maximum size of males is 671 mm (26.4 in) and females is 650 mm (26 in) |
| Body Coloration |
Bright green (but also bluish green), with the underside being yellowish white |
| Range/Distribution |
India, Burma, and China |
| Habitat |
Dense forests with tall trees, |
| Diet/Food |
Mostly frogs and rodents, but also other snakes and small birds |
| Venom Facts |
Venomous |
| Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous |
| IUCN Conservation Status |
Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1) |
Motuo Bamboo Pitviper Pictures Gallery
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Trimeresurus Medoensis
