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Barnett’s Lancehead

Amphibians & Reptiles·Reptile

These venomous snakes are endemic to Peru. Their name, "Barnett's Lancehead" is in honor of Dr. Burgess Barnett, who collected many animal specimens throughout his career.

  • Conservation StatusUnknown, but decreasing
  • Body size47 in.
  • Native habitat Desert of Western Peru
Saw-scaled Viper Armenian Viper

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