Urutu Snake Animal Pictures

Bothrops alternatus

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A closeup of a deadly Urutu Snake's head

A closeup of a deadly Urutu Snake's head
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Urutu Snakes are highly aggressive

A Urutu Snake rests its head on a rock

A Urutu Snake rests its head on a rock
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While Urutu Snakes are considered deadly, only 2% of human victims die annually

A coiled Urutu Snake

A coiled Urutu Snake
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Urutu Snakes have very variable patterns, usually on a brown, tan, grey, or olive background

Urutu Snake displays pattern

Urutu snake displays vivid pattern
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Urutu Snakes have distinctive chocolate brown patterns bordered by white or cream

A coiled Urutu Snake

A coiled Urutu Snake
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Urutu are found in a variety of habitats, but tend to avoid arid areas