terciopelo, fer-de-lance, Bothrops asper, snake

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Common names: terciopelo, fer-de-lance,[2] (more). Bothrops asper is a venomous pitviper species found in Central and northern South America.[1] Sometimes referred to as the "ultimate pitviper," these snakes are found in a wide range of lowland habitats, often near human habitations. Large and nervous, this species is the main cause of snakebite incidents within its range.[2] No subspecies are currently recognized.[3]

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Location: La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiqui, Heredia Province, Costa Rica
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