Russel's Viper Animal Pictures

Daboia russelii

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Russel's viper in a tree
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This venomous snake is one of India's "Big Four" snakes that are responsible for the most bites.

Daboia Russelii. Russell's Viper displaying erect fangs. These fangs are enclosed in a protective mucous sheath, and are kept folded at rest. Venomous. Katraj Snake Park, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Most Venomous Snakes - Russell's Viper
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Daboia Russelii. Russell's Viper displaying erect fangs. These fangs are enclosed in a protective mucous sheath, and are kept folded at rest. Venomous. Katraj Snake Park, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Russel's viper
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These vipers don't hesitate to approach a person, and are considered aggressive.