The timber rattlesnake — also called the American viper, black rattlesnake, eastern rattlesnake, timber rattler and canebrake — is a large pit viper with a wide distribution across the eastern half of the U.S.

The Crotalinae, commonly known as pit vipers, [2][3] or pit adders, are a subfamily of vipers found in Asia and the Americas. Like all other vipers, they are venomous. They are distinguished by the presence of a heat-sensing pit organ located between …

This is a list of all sure genera, species and subspecies of the subfamily Crotalinae, [1] otherwise referred to as crotalines, pit vipers, or pitvipers, and including rattlesnakes Crotalus and Sistrurus. This list follows the taxonomy as of 2007 provided by ITIS, which was based on the continuing work of Dr. Roy McDiarmid.

Dec 3, 2021 · The Viper (Viperidae family) is divided into three subdivisions: Viperinae, Crotalinae, and Azemiopinae. The Viperinae is known as True Viper. Heat-detecting sacs distinguish Crotalinae or Pit Vipers from other Viperids. Azemiopinae is commonly known as Fea Vipers; it is the most primitive Viper.

Lachesis muta, also known as the Southern American bushmaster or Atlantic bushmaster, [3] is a pit viper species found in South America, as well as the island of Trinidad in the Caribbean. Two subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here. [4]

Jan 13, 2020 · So for those of you who don’t know, a Pit Viper is a subfamily of venomous snakes that have a special heat-sensing hole or “pit” on each side of their face between their eye and nostril. This allows them to detect tiny changes in temperature and improves accuracy when they …

Aug 24, 2023 · Timber rattlesnakes are highly venomous pit vipers. One of the largest pit vipers in the eastern United States, the timber rattlesnake is also known as the American viper, black rattlesnake, canebrake, eastern rattlesnake, and timber rattler.

The Southern American bushmaster is a venomous viper native to South America, including Trinidad in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. This is known as the largest viper and the longest venomous snake species that can be found in the western hemisphere. Adults are 10 feet and weigh up to 11 pounds. It has a broad head with a narrow neck.

Apr 25, 2023 · Here are the 19 species of vipers in the United States. 1. Black-Tailed Rattlesnake (Crotalus molossus) This black-tailed rattlesnake’s eponymous black-tipped tail ends at the rattle. The snake’s body is a vibrant yellow/yellow-green/yellow-brown. This reptile lives in deserts, rocky areas, grasslands, and high-pine or boreal forests.

Pit vipers are some of the most beautiful, and most dangerous, snakes in the world. They exist on several different continents, and within a wide variety of habitats. They are masters of the hunt, armed with some amazing “tools” for finding and killing their prey. In this article, we will examine the pit vipers in more detail. What is a pit viper?