Mangrove Pit Viper

A mangrove pit-viper perched waiting for a meal.

Scientific Name: Trimeresurus purpureomaculatus

Conservation Status:

Least Concern IUCN Red List

About

The mangrove pit viper is hot tempered and quick to strike.

Location Within the Zoo

You’ll find this animal in the LAIR. See Zoo Map.

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