Gloydius liupanensis | |
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Scientific classification ![]() | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Reptilia |
Order: | Squamata |
Suborder: | Serpentes |
Family: | Viperidae |
Genus: | Gloydius |
Species: | G. liupanensis |
Binomial name | |
Gloydius liupanensis Liu et al., 1989 | |
Gloydius liupanensis is a species of Asian moccasin from China, named after the Liupan Mountains where it was originally found. As with all pit vipers, it is venomous. [1] The validity of the species is debated, but recent studies declare it as a valid species. [2] [3] [4] [5]
Gloydius liupanensis can be distinguished by its long white stripe markings, head to tail on the sides. [1] Its head is triangular and it displays a light red brown or yellow brown colouration. [6] [5]
Gloydius liupanensis is known to be viviparous. [1]