(Bitis gabonica)
DISTRIBUTION:
Northern Kwazulu-Natal, North-Western Mozambique, Eastern Zimbabwe
DESCRIPTION:
Head flattened and broad – [Triangular in shape]. Body short and stocky. Adults length: Male – 1230mm Female – 1350mm
COLOUR:
The back has a geometric pattern in brown and purple, interspersed with pastel colours. The underside or belly is lighter in colour with darker blotches.
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