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Crotalus sp. brown viper
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Crotalus sp. brown viper
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18th Century Caenophidia Catesby Crotalinae Crotaline Crotalus Diapsid Diapsida Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Mark Mark Catesby Ophidia Rattlesnake Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Scaled Reptile Serpentes Snake Squamata Viper Pit Viper Pitviper
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This exquisite illustration showcases the intricacies of the Brown Viper (Crotalus sp.), a member of the Viperidae family and the Crotalinae subfamily, which includes pit vipers. The Brown Viper, also known as the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake or simply the Diamondback Rattlesnake, is a venomous snake native to North America. This illustration, created during the 18th century, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail that characterized natural history art of the time. The snake is depicted with its body coiled, displaying the distinctive diamond-shaped patterns on its back, which earned it its common name. The Brown Viper is a large snake, growing up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) in length, and is characterized by its distinctive rattle at the end of its tail, which it uses to warn intruders of its presence. This illustration is a valuable addition to any collection of natural history art or reptile-themed decor. It is also a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the natural world and the importance of preserving and studying the many species that inhabit our planet. The Brown Viper, like all reptiles, is a member of the Sauropsida class, which includes all living reptiles and their extinct ancestors. It belongs to the Lepidosauria subclass, which includes scaled reptiles, and the Lepidosaur order, which includes the suborder Caudata (lizards) and the suborder Ophidia (snakes). The Brown Viper is further classified as a diapsid, a type of reptile characterized by two openings in the skull for the eyes and ears, and a caenophidian, a modern snake with a flexible body and a venomous bite. This illustration is a beautiful reminder of the natural world's wonders and the importance of preserving and studying the many species that inhabit our planet. It is also a testament to the skill and artistry of the natural history illustrators of the past, who captured the essence of these creatures with such care and precision.
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