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Cryptelytrops purpureomaculatus
This shy snake looks just like another branch in a mangrove tree where it usually coils motionless. It is more active at night. It feeds on lizards, frogs and other small animals, possibly small birds. Like other vipers, it has heat-sensing pits on its lips to detect its prey.
Spotted on Aug 16, 2011
Submitted on Aug 16, 2011
5 Comments
amazing picture! great work!
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Wonderfull snakephoto. Always love their eyes!
Thank you :)
What a beauty!