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Urutu (Bothrops alternatus) Taken in April 2015, at the Butantan Institute, in São Paulo, Brazil. Autumn,Bothrops alternatus,Brazil,Geotagged,South America,Viperidae,reptile,serpent,snake,urutu Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Urutu (Bothrops alternatus)

Taken in April 2015, at the Butantan Institute, in São Paulo, Brazil.

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The Urutu

''Bothrops alternatus'' is a venomous pit viper species found in Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina. Within its range, it is an important cause of snakebite. The specific name, ''alternatus'', which is Latin for "alternating", is apparently a reference to the staggered markings along the body. No subspecies are currently recognized.

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Species identified by Natalia Cara
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Uploaded Jul 29, 2016. Captured Jul 29, 2016 09:53 in Tv. E - Butantã, São Paulo - SP, Brazil.
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