5,066 observationsSNR
Broad-banded Copperhead
Agkistrodon laticinctus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Reptilia βΊOrder: Squamata βΊFamily: Viperidae βΊGenus: Agkistrodon
About
Agkistrodon laticinctus, commonly known as the broad-banded copperhead, is a venomous pit viper species, formerly considered a subspecies of Agkistrodon contortrix, which is found in the southern United States, from Kansas, through Oklahoma and throughout central Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Broad-banded Copperhead is Agkistrodon laticinctus.
- Broad-banded Copperhead belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Broad-banded Copperhead belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Broad-banded Copperhead belongs to the class Reptilia.
- Broad-banded Copperhead belongs to the order Squamata.
- Broad-banded Copperhead belongs to the family Viperidae.
- Broad-banded Copperhead belongs to the genus Agkistrodon.