Trimeresurus mangshanensis
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Common names: Mangshan pit viper.
Trimeresurus mangshanensis is a genus of venomous pit vipers endemic to Hunan province in China.[1] No subspecies are currently recognized.[2]
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[edit] Geographic range
Known only from the type locality: "Pingkeng, Mangshan (Mt. Mang), Izhang County, Hunan Province, China."[1]
[edit] Habitat
Found in mountainous regions in Southern Hunan. Although first discovered in the Mt Mang mountain range, it is also found in surrounding areas. Primarily found in forested areas with thick vegetation and cover. Frequently rests against logs and other structures along animal trails to ambush prey. Can also be found in the numerous caves in the region. Winter temperatures in the region come close to freezing, whilst summer temperatures can reach 30°C or higher.
[edit] Cited references
- ^ a b c McDiarmid RW, Campbell JA, Touré T. 1999. Snake Species of the World: A Taxonomic and Geographic Reference, vol. 1. Herpetologists' League. 511 pp. ISBN 1-893777-00-6 (series). ISBN 1-893777-01-4 (volume).
- ^ Trimeresurus mangshanensis (TSN 634924). Integrated Taxonomic Information System. Accessed on 4 November 2006.
[edit] External links
- Species Zhaoermia mangshanensis at the Species2000 Database
- Ermia at Herpbreeder.com. Accessed 26 September 2006.
- Image 1 of 2 at xinhuanet.com. Accessed 12 November 2006.
- Image 2 of 2 at xinhuanet.com. Accessed 12 November 2006.
