White-lipped Tree Viper (Trimeresurus albolabris (formerly as: Cryptelytrops albolabris))

Habitat :

HABITAT AND ECOLOGY This viviparous species can be found in a variety of habitats from montane forests to open lowland plains, shrubland, and cultivated areas near human settlements. It is known to remain abundant in highly degraded and altered habitats.

Current Status :

Field studies to determine the geographic range limits of this species with respect to C. insularis are needed. This snake is found in many protected areas, and no species-specific conservation measures are in place.

Taxonomy

CLASS : Reptilia

ORDER : Squamata

FAMILY : Viperidae

GENUS : Trimeresurus

SPECIES : White-lipped Tree Viper (Trimeresurus albolabris (formerly as: Cryptelytrops albolabris))

Conservation status : Least Concern

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Update : 06 April 2017