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Desert Horned Viper
Cerastes cerastes
The Desert Horned Viper is a venomous snake native to the arid deserts of North Africa and parts of the Middle East. Recognizable by its prominent supraocular 'horns' above each eye, this viper is well-adapted to sandy environments, where it uses sidewinding locomotion to traver…
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- Despite their intimidating appearance and venomous bite, Desert Horned Vipers are relatively docile and will often attempt to flee rather than confront threats.
- Desert Horned Vipers use a unique form of movement called sidewinding to navigate hot, loose sand. Their horn-like scales may help protect their eyes from sand and debris. They are masters of camouflage, often burying themselves just below the surface to ambush prey.
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