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1 day ago · By Dr. Erica Irish 27 September 2024. The viper is a fascinating and diverse family of venomous snakes known for their iconic long fangs and potent venom. With species spread across the globe, vipers have captured human attention, respect, and fear for centuries. In this article, we delve into the scientific classification, physical ...
Vipers are a group of snakes in the family Viperidae that inhabit all continents except Australia and Antarctica, and are found in nearly all terrestrial ecosystems, from deserts to moist tropical forests.
Viper, (family Viperidae), any of more than 200 species of venomous snakes belonging to two groups: pit vipers (subfamily Crotalinae) and Old World vipers (subfamily Viperinae), which are considered separate families by some authorities. They eat small animals and hunt by striking and envenomating.
Singapore’s Venomous Snakes. Though a very small country of around 4.5 million people, Singapore has a decent number of snakes – and 15 of them are dangerous and potentially deadly to humans in case of an envenomed bite. There are not typically deaths each year due to snakebite in SG.
Jan 26, 2024 · Singapore is home to about 67 species of snakes, according to the National Parks Board (NParks). They can range from the brahminy blind snake – one of the world’s smallest snakes at about 20cm long and often mistaken for an earthworm – to the reticulated python, which can grow to a length of more than 9m.
The 6 Common Snakes in Singapore. A major part of Singapore is occupied by skyscrapers and buildings, turning the landscape into a concrete jungle. The consequences of this urbanization mean animals are affected as they are forced to retreat to more natural habitats, which are still in close proximity to houses and buildings.
Vipers are the snakes that can be found at the highest latitudes (over 65° North in Vipera berus and 47° South in Bothrops ammodytoides) and elevations. Indeed, Gloydius Himalayanus, also called Himalayan pit vipers, is the highest living snake and can be found up to 4800m above sea level in Nepal.
