About this species
Bothrops alternatus, known by the common names crossed pit viper, yarará grande, and urutu, among others, is a highly venomous pit viper species found in South America (Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina). Within its range, it is an important cause of a snakebite. The specific name, alternatus, which is Latin for "alternating", is apparently a reference to the staggered markings along its body. No subspecies are currently recognized.
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La crucera, yarará grande o víbora de la cruz (Bothrops alternatus) es una especie de serpiente venenosa de la subfamilia Crotalinae, endémica de Brasil, Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay y Uruguay. Dentro de su rango, es una importante causa de mordeduras de serpiente. No hay subespecies reconocidas.
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Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Squamata |
| Family | Viperidae |
| Genus | Bothrops |
