Many-horned Adder
Bitis cornuta
The adult many-horned adder inhabits arid dunes, gravel plains, and rocky scrublands in Namibia and South Africa. It is a patient ambush predator, remaining buried or motionless until rodents, lizards, or birds come close enough for a rapid strike. Its numerous raised scales give it a horned appearance, while its mottled coloring blends remarkably well with desert sand.
- Type
- Venom / Stealth
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- ?
- Many-horned Adder