Atheris desaixi

(Atheris desaixi)

Description

Common names: Mount Kenya bush viper, Ashe's bush viper, Desaix's bush viper.Atheris desaixi is a venomous viper species endemic to Kenya, where only two isolated populations are known. It is known for its striking black and yellow coloration. No subspecies are currently recognized.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Reptilia
Order:Squamata
Family:Viperidae
Genus:Atheris
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