r/AbsoluteUnits 4d ago

of a Viper.

Video credit: @jayprehistoricpets

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u/Adonitologica 4d ago

He seems pretty docile

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u/100percentnotaqu 3d ago edited 3d ago

Yeah. Gaboon Vipers generally are.

They're adapted perfectly to veg out, almost impossible for predators to detect because of their camouflage and the fact they have basically no scent. Even trained tracking dogs struggle to find them

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u/RyantheSithLord 3d ago

Their strike and fangs are no joke. The worst mistake you can make is taking advantage of its docility. Its large head allows it to store a lot of venom. They are some of the most FAFO snakes out there, because they can strike at a speed of almost 200 MPH, and their venom can have you meeting Steve Irwin within the next few hours.