Adenorhinos facts for kids
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Adenorhinos is a special type of viper snake. It's known for being venomous, which means it can inject poison. The only species in this group is called Adenorhinos barbouri. This snake is quite small and rare. It lives on the ground in the Uzungwe and Ukinga mountains. You can find these mountains in south-central Tanzania, a country in Africa. Scientists haven't found any different types (subspecies) of this snake yet.
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What Does It Look Like?
The Adenorhinos is a small snake. It usually grows to about 40 centimeters (16 inches) long. That's roughly the length of a school ruler!
Body Features
This snake has a wide, triangle-shaped head. Its snout, or nose area, is short and rounded.
Colors and Patterns
The Adenorhinos is usually brown or dark brownish-black. It has dark, diamond-shaped spots along its back. Its belly is a pretty green or olive-green color.
Where Does It Live?
The Adenorhinos snake lives in specific parts of Tanzania, Africa. It prefers certain types of habitats.
Mountain Home
You can find this snake in the Uzungwe and Ukinga mountains. These mountains are located in the south-central part of Tanzania.
Preferred Habitats
The Adenorhinos often lives in areas with lots of bamboo. It also likes moist forests, where the air is damp and cool.
What Are Its Other Names?
The Adenorhinos barbouri is known by several different common names. People often call it by these names:
- Uzungwe Viper
- Barbour's Viper
- Worm-eating Viper
- Barbour's short-headed Viper
- Udzungwa Viper
- Short-headed Viper
- Uzungwe Mountain Bush Viper
What Does It Eat?
The Uzungwe Viper is a carnivore, meaning it eats other animals. Its diet includes:
