Craspedocephalus wiroti


Craspedocephalus wiroti, also known commonly as Wirot's pit viper, is a species of venomous pitviper in the family Viperidae. The species is native to Southeast Asia.

Etymology

The specific name, wiroti, is in honor of Thai herpetologist Wirot Nutaphand.

Geographic range

C. wiroti is found in Peninsular Malaysia and Thailand.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of C. wiroti is forest, at altitudes from sea level to.

Behavior

C. wiroti is arboreal.

Reproduction

C. wiroti is oviparous.