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Lachesis muta is a highly venomous pit viper species found in Central and South America. Two subspecies are currently recognized, including the typical form described here.
Subspecies
| Subspecies | Authority | Common name | Geographic range |
|---|---|---|---|
| L. m. muta | Linnaeus, 1766 | South American bushmaster | Colombia, East Ecuador, Brazil, Venezuela, Surinam, French Guiana, Guyana, Trinidad, North-East/East Peru, North Bolivia |
| L. m. rhombeata | Wied-Neuwied, 1824 | Atlantic forest bushmaster | Brazil (Alagoas, Rio de Janeiro, Ceará) |
External links
- EMBL Reptile Database - Family Viperidae
Snakes | Vipers | Pit vipers
"Lachesis muta"