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Hump-nosed Vipers
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Hump-nosed Vipers

Hypnale

Hypnale is a genus of venomous pit vipers endemic to Sri Lanka and southwestern India. Three monotypic species are currently recognized (no subspecies). All members have more or less upturned snouts that produce a hump-nosed effect.

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3 branches of this genus, most-observed first · about 3 known species

Hump-nosed Viper

speciesHypnale hypnale

Lowland Hump-nosed Viper

speciesHypnale zara

Gloyd's Hump-nosed Viper

speciesHypnale nepa

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