Points

40

per confirmed sighting

ReptileConservation status: Least ConcernVery Rare to spot
reptiles • Viperidae

Puff Adder.

P

Bitis arietans

Category

reptiles

Family

Viperidae

Size

The checked African Snakebite Institute species account does not state a species-level length; no size is inferred from related taxa.

Points

40 pts

Log a sighting

A closer look

Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding puff adder in its natural range.

Overview

How to identify it

Habitat

The checked African Snakebite Institute species account does not provide a complete species-level habitat profile; no broader habitat preference is inferred from related taxa.

Diet

The checked African Snakebite Institute species account does not state a species-level prey list; no diet is inferred from related taxa.

Behaviour

When to look

The checked African Snakebite Institute species account does not resolve a consistent diel activity schedule; no diurnal/nocturnal label is inferred.

Where to see it

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Safety and etiquette

Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.

Verification and sources

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