Mock viper
Psammodynastes pulverulentus Sp. Mock viper
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Category
Non/Mildly Venomous Snakes
Minimum order
MOQ 10 head
Per-head price
Partners Only
Overview
Adult Length
40 – 65 cm
Venom
Rear-fanged — mildly toxic. Mimics a viper in posture and behaviour but harmless. Minor symptoms possible from bites; not dangerous.
In the Wild
Habitat
Semi-arboreal. Leaf litter and low vegetation in humid forests, bamboo groves and near streams. 0 – 1,500 m. Found throughout Thailand.
Wild Diet
Small lizards, geckos, skinks & frogs. Ambushes prey from low perches.
Captive Care
Temperature
24 – 28 °C ambient — 22 °C cool end
Humidity
65 – 80 %. Misting 3× per week.
UV Requirements
Low. UVI 0 – 1.0.
Feeding
Pre-killed small lizards or geckos. Every 5 – 7 days.
Enclosure
Semi-arboreal. Min 60 × 45 × 60 cm. Cork rounds and low branches.
Temperament
Defensive display (coils and flattens body to resemble a viper) but rarely bites. Fascinating and manageable species.
Distribution in Thailand