Non-Venomous

Mock Viper For Sale

Psammodynastes pulverulentus

The Mock Viper (Psammodynastes pulverulentus) is a small, semi-arboreal snake that is a master of bluff: when threatened it coils and flattens its body to convincingly impersonate a true viper, despite being only mildly rear-fanged and harmless. A low-perch ambush hunter of lizards and frogs, it is a fascinating, manageable species for keepers.

Overview

Adult Length

40 – 65 cm

Venom

Rear-fanged — mildly toxic. Mimics a viper in posture and behaviour but harmless. Minor symptoms possible from bites; not dangerous.

In the Wild

Habitat

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

Wild Diet

Small lizards, geckos, skinks & frogs. Ambushes prey from low perches.

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

Defensive display (coils and flattens body to resemble a viper) but rarely bites. Fascinating and manageable species.

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.

Apply for Wholesale Access

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