🌿Native Nature

Mexican Cantil

Agkistrodon bilineatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Viperidae ›Genus: Agkistrodon

About

Agkistrodon bilineatus is a venomous pit viper species found in Mexico and Central America as far south as Costa Rica. Four subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Cantil?
The scientific name of Mexican Cantil is Agkistrodon bilineatus.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Cantil?
The Mexican Cantil has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Mexican Cantil belong to?
Mexican Cantil belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Cantil belong to?
Mexican Cantil belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Cantil belong to?
Mexican Cantil belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Mexican Cantil belong to?
Mexican Cantil belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Mexican Cantil belong to?
Mexican Cantil belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Mexican Cantil belong to?
Mexican Cantil belongs to the genus Agkistrodon.