Jararaca
Encyclopedia
Jararaca may refer to:
- Bothrops jararacaBothrops jararacaBothrops jararaca is a venomous pit viper species found in southern Brazil, Paraguay and northern Argentina. The species name is derived from the Tupi words yarará and ca, which means "large snake." Within its range it is often abundant and is an important cause of snakebite...
, a venomous pitviper found in South America - Bothrops neuwiediBothrops neuwiediBothrops neuwiedi is a venomous pitviper species found in South America. This relatively small snake has a wide range and is a major source of snakebite in Argentina. It was named after German naturalist Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied who made important collections in Brazil...
, known as jararaca pintada, a venomous pitviper found in South America