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Features of the Gabon Viper

2021-09-08 / 396 Read

The Gabon Viper is 2 meters long and weighs 8 kilograms. The body is sturdy, with a broad head and a biangular protrusion on the muzzle; the pattern on the body is striking, with oblong and triangular patterns in light yellow, purple and brown. The fangs of the Gabonese Viper are also the longest among venomous snakes, and their fangs can be as long as 5 cm.

After understanding the appearance and characteristics of the Gabon Viper, let's introduce its living habits.

Characteristics

Gabon ViperNo When the venom is injected into the prey, it releases its mouth, but bites it tightly without letting go. This behavior is very different from other venomous snakes until the prey is completely poisoned and incapacitated. The Gabonese Viper eats a wide range of food such as guinea pigs, pigeons, birds, and small wild boars and roe deer.