Urutu Snake Animal Pictures
Bothrops alternatus
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A closeup of a deadly Urutu Snake's head
Urutu Snakes are highly aggressive
A Urutu Snake rests its head on a rock
While Urutu Snakes are considered deadly, only 2% of human victims die annually
A coiled Urutu Snake
Urutu Snakes have very variable patterns, usually on a brown, tan, grey, or olive background
Urutu Snake displays pattern
Urutu Snakes have distinctive chocolate brown patterns bordered by white or cream
A coiled Urutu Snake
Urutu are found in a variety of habitats, but tend to avoid arid areas