Gloydius angusticeps
| Gloydius angusticeps | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Serpentes |
| Family: | Viperidae |
| Genus: | Gloydius |
| Species: | G. angusticeps |
| Binomial name | |
| Gloydius angusticeps Shi, Yang, Huang, Orlov & Li, 2018 | |
Gloydius angusticeps, the Zoige pit viper, is a species of venomous snake in the genus Gloydius found in China, specifically in the provinces of Sichuan, Qinghai, and Gansu.[1]
Etymology
The specific name, angusticeps, is derived from the Latin words "angusti-" meaning "long and narrow" and "-ceps" meaning "headed", indicating that this species has a longer and narrower head compared to other members of the Gloydius strauchi complex.[1]
Geographical range
The Zoige pit viper is found in China, specifically in the provinces of Sichuan, Qinghai, and Gansu. This species inhabits high-altitude regions, typically ranging from 3150 to 3653 meters above sea level.[1]
References
- ^ a b c "Gloydius angusticeps". reptile-database.reptarium.cz. Zoological Museum Hamburg. Retrieved 2024-08-15.