Non-Venomous

Mock Viper For Sale

Psammodynastes pulverulentus

The Mock Viper (Psammodynastes pulverulentus) is a small, semi-arboreal snake celebrated for its convincing impersonation of a true viper, flattening its body and adopting a menacing posture when alarmed despite being only mildly rear-fanged and harmless. A low-perch ambusher of lizards and frogs, its theatrical defensive display makes it a fascinating, manageable keeper's species.

Overview

Adult Length

40 – 65 cm

Venom

Rear-fanged — mildly toxic. Not dangerous to healthy adults. Mimics viper posture and movement convincingly.

In the Wild

Habitat

Semi-arboreal. Leaf litter and low shrubs in humid forest, bamboo and near streams. 0 – 1,500 m. Found throughout Thailand.

Wild Diet

Small lizards, geckos & frogs. Low-perch ambush predator.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

Pre-killed small lizards or geckos. Every 5 – 7 days.

Temperature

24 – 28 °C ambient — 22 °C cool end

Humidity

65 – 80 %. Misting 3× per week.

UV Requirements

Low. UVI 0 – 1.0.

Enclosure

Semi-arboreal. Min 60 × 45 × 60 cm. Cork rounds and low branches.

Temperament

Uses viper body-flattening display convincingly. Rarely bites. Interesting defensive behaviour.

Distribution in Thailand

Known regional occurrences across Thailand. Wild-source collection is regulated; all stock is supplied wholesale under CITES-compliant export.

Wholesale Only — Apply for Access

Medusa Reptile Co. supplies the Mock Viper to licensed wholesale buyers and importers via air cargo from Thailand. Minimum order quantities apply.

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Export is conducted strictly under CITES permits and Thai wildlife law. We do not sell to the general public.