Field’s Horned Viper For Sale
Looking for Field’s Horn Vipers? Here are some highlights:
- Species: Pseudocerastes fieldi
- Availability: Males and females in stock
- Size: Approximately 12 – 25 inches in total length from head to tail; adult lengths average around 31+ inches with females being larger
- Diet: Precision hunters, feeding on live or frozen-thawed rodents, skinks, and similar lizards weekly
Habitat, Behavior, and Temperament
- Habitat: Native to northern Africa, Field’s Horn Vipers thrive in desert environments with hot temperatures, sandy terrain, and low vegetation.
- Behavior: These vipers are ambush predators, blending seamlessly into their sandy surroundings. They patiently wait for prey to pass by before striking.
- Temperament: Field’s Horn Vipers are typically shy and elusive, preferring to avoid confrontation. However, they can be defensive if threatened.
Care
- Enclosure: Provide a spacious enclosure with a sandy substrate and plenty of hiding spots. Ensure a temperature gradient and UVB lighting.
- Feeding: Offer appropriately sized live or frozen-thawed prey items, such as rodents and lizards.
- Handling: Due to their venomous nature, Field’s Horn Vipers are best observed rather than handled.
- Legal Considerations: Check local regulations regarding the ownership of venomous reptiles.
Why Buy from Us?
- Rare Opportunity: These Field’s Horn Vipers are exceptionally rare, having not been available in the country for over 20 years.
- Quality Specimens: Our vipers are healthy, well-cared-for individuals, ensuring you receive a top-quality reptile.
- Expertise: With years of experience, we provide expert advice and support to help you care for your viper.
- Ethical Sourcing: We adhere to ethical sourcing practices, promoting conservation efforts and responsible reptile ownership.
- Longevity: With proper care, these vipers can live from 15 – 18+ years, providing you with years of enjoyment and fascination.
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