Craspedocephalus


Craspedocephalus is a genus of pit vipers found in Asia from the Indian subcontinent to Southeast Asia. Currently 14 species are recognized.

Description

Most species in the genus Craspedocephalus are relatively small, primarily arboreal species, with thin bodies and prehensile tails. Most species are typically green in color, with some species having yellow, black, orange, red, or gold markings.

Feeding

The diet of Craspedocephalus species include lizards, amphibians, birds, rodents, and other small mammals.

Species

''*) Not including the nominate subspecies.''