🌿Native Nature

Mexican Jumping Pit Viper

Metlapilcoatlus nummifer

Taxonomy

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

About

Metlapilcoatlus nummifer, commonly known as Mexican jumping pitviper or jumping viper, is a venomous pit viper species endemic to Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Jumping Pit Viper?
The scientific name of Mexican Jumping Pit Viper is Metlapilcoatlus nummifer.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Jumping Pit Viper?
The Mexican Jumping Pit Viper has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belong to?
Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belong to?
Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belong to?
Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belong to?
Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belong to?
Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belong to?
Mexican Jumping Pit Viper belongs to the genus Metlapilcoatlus.