Russells Viper
FamilyViperidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length1.7 m
RangeSouth/Southeast Asia
HabitatGrassland, Farmland
DietRodents
Danger LevelExtreme
About the Russells Viper
Responsible for more human deaths than almost any other snake in Asia. Their venom causes massive internal bleeding and tissue destruction. When threatened, they produce the loudest hiss of any snake — a sound like a pressure cooker. They are attracted to rodents near human settlements. Their chain-like pattern provides camouflage in dry grass. Can strike with incredible speed despite their stout body.
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