The Puff adder is greatly feared in rural communities. The large fangs can deliv a lot of venow which will result in painful swelling and possible los


The Puff adder is greatly feared in rural communities. The large fangs can deliv a lot of venow which will result in painful swelling and possible loss of limbs or death from gangere and infection. They rely on their superb camouflage to avoid detection and tend to be more active at nighttime.


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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
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