Taiwan mountain pitviper
Ovophis makazayazaya
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyViperidae (Vipers)
- GenusOvophis (Mountain Pit Vipers)
- SpeciesOvophis makazayazaya (Taiwan mountain pitviper)
About the Taiwan mountain pitviper
The Taiwan mountain pit viper (Ovophis makazayazaya; Chinese: 台湾烙铁头蛇), also known as the Eastern mountain pit viper or Oriental mountain pit viper, is a venomous snake native to southeast China, northern Vietnam, Laos, and Taiwan. It was previously considered a subspecies of Ovophis monticola, but was suggested as a full species in 2011.
Ovophis makazayazaya ranges in total length from 49 to 110 cm (19.3 to 43.3 in). Like many other snake species, females are larger than males. Its ventral scales range in count from 131 to 155. The species is diagnosed based on the larger fourth supralabial scale, in comparison to the third, and having paired caudal scales. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Taiwan mountain pitviper in Taroko National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taroko National Park | 🇹🇼 Taiwan |
More parks will be added in future updates.