By Rajni Pandey | July 11, 2024
A thrilling discovery for Harry Potter fans, the Salazar pit viper, named after a character from the beloved series, was recently spotted in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park.
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The Salazar pit viper, named after Salazar Slytherin, adds to the rich biodiversity of Assam’s Kaziranga National Park, known for its remarkable wildlife.
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This newly discovered snake is named after Salazar Slytherin, a character from the Harry Potter series.
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In the Harry Potter series, the snake is the emblem of Slytherin House, representing cunning and resourcefulness.
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Salazar Slytherin, one of the founders of Hogwarts, was known for his unique ability to communicate with snakes, a trait passed down to his descendants.
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The Salazar pit viper boasts vibrant green scales, making it a visually striking species that blends perfectly into the lush forests of Kaziranga.
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This snake is known for its distinctive triangular head, heat-sensing pits, and potent venom, typical of pit vipers.
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The Salazar pit viper thrives in the dense foliage of Kaziranga, where it exhibits nocturnal hunting behavior and preys on small mammals and birds.
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