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Bothrops asper
A venomous viper that is responsible for the vast majority of snake bites needing medical attention here in northern Costa Rica. They have a reputation for aggressive behavior. This was a relatively small one maybe 50-60cm long.
Found near a storage shed in an orange grove.
Spotted on Aug 5, 2013
Submitted on May 13, 2014
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They are also dangerous in the south ;-)...
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