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Trimeresurus is a genus of colorful and mildly
toxic snakes from Asia and the Pacific Islands.
Along with
several other genera in the family Crotalinae, these snakes – commonly known as
tree vipers – are primarily arboreal, or tree-dwelling.
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| Photo credit: Khao Yai |
As an adaptation to this lifestyle, many species sport prehensile tails, which allow them to hang and secure themselves while climbing and hunting.
Their diets mainly consist of small mammals, frogs, lizards, and birds.
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| Photo credit: Anne Devan-Song |
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| Photocredit: Tapandaola |
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| Photo credit: Michael Kern/Gardens of Eden |
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