🌿Native Nature

Pampas Lancehead

Bothrops pubescens

Taxonomy

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

About

Bothrops is a genus of pit vipers endemic to Central and South America. The generic name, Bothrops, is derived from the Greek words βόθρος, bothros, meaning "pit", and ώπς, ops, meaning "eye" or "face", together an allusion to the heat-sensitive loreal pit organs. Members of this genus are responsible for more human deaths in the Americas than any other group of venomous snakes. Currently, 32 species are recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pampas Lancehead?
The scientific name of Pampas Lancehead is Bothrops pubescens.
What is the conservation status of Pampas Lancehead?
The Pampas Lancehead has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pampas Lancehead belong to?
Pampas Lancehead belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pampas Lancehead belong to?
Pampas Lancehead belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pampas Lancehead belong to?
Pampas Lancehead belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Pampas Lancehead belong to?
Pampas Lancehead belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Pampas Lancehead belong to?
Pampas Lancehead belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Pampas Lancehead belong to?
Pampas Lancehead belongs to the genus Bothrops.