Indo-Malayan mountain pitviper

About the Indo-Malayan mountain pitviper

Ovophis convictus, the Indo-Malayan mountain pit viper, is a species of venomous snake in the genus Ovophis found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The specific name, convictus, is derived from Latin, meaning "convicted" or "bound together", possibly referring to the distinct patterning on the snake's body.

The average length of mature individuals is about 50-100 cm (approximately 20-39 inches). The body pattern consists of a brown, yellowish, or gray-brown background, overlaid with one or two dorsal series of large, squarish, dark-brown blotches. The top of the head is blackish-brown, with a brown stripe behind the eye, and the chin and throat are light mottled with brown.

The Indo-Malayan mountain pit viper (Ovophis convictus) is found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This species inhabits a variety of environments, including mountainous regions, forests, and areas with dense vegetation Wikipedia →