Scientists in China's Giant Panda National Park have discovered a new pitviper species. The grass-green snake, named Trimeresurus lii or Huaxi Green Pitviper, was found in the misty mountains of western Sichuan.
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A philosopher's serpent: New grass-green pitviper discovered in China's Giant Panda National Park
Trimeresurus Lii (Huaxi Green Pitviper) Species name
Giant Panda National Park, Sichuan Discovery location
Philosopher Laozi Naming honor
58th Trimeresurus Species Known Species in genus
Smooth Head Scales Distinct feature
80 Cm snake length
58th new Trimeresurus species
2nd subgenus species in Sichuan