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Hidden danger

Strike from the branches.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

2 species

Boomslang (Dispholidus typus) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Boomslang

Species principle: Canopy Venom

Strike from the branches.

Danger can hang lightly from branches before anyone sees the strike.

Boomslangs are arboreal snakes with large eyes and rear-fanged venom delivery. They hunt in trees and shrubs, feeding on birds, eggs, lizards, and other prey.

Rhinoceros Viper (Bitis nasicornis) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Rhinoceros Viper

Species principle: Ornamental Camouflage

Hide in ornament.

What looks decorative can still belong to concealment.

Rhinoceros Vipers have complex colorful patterning and horn-like nasal scales. Their coloration helps them blend into rainforest leaf litter despite their striking appearance.

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