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Puff Adder

Bitis arietans

Taxonomy

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

About

Bitis arietans is a venomous viper species found in savannah and grasslands from Morocco and western Arabia throughout Africa except for the Sahara and rain forest regions. It is responsible for causing the most snakebite fatalities in Africa owing to various factors, such as its wide distribution, frequent occurrence in highly populated regions, and aggressive disposition. Two subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Puff Adder?
The scientific name of Puff Adder is Bitis arietans.
What is the conservation status of Puff Adder?
The Puff Adder has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Puff Adder belong to?
Puff Adder belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Puff Adder belong to?
Puff Adder belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Puff Adder belong to?
Puff Adder belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Puff Adder belong to?
Puff Adder belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Puff Adder belong to?
Puff Adder belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Puff Adder belong to?
Puff Adder belongs to the genus Bitis.