Venomous

Sumatran Pit Viper For Sale

Trimeresurus sumatranus

Among the largest of its genus, the Sumatran Pit Viper (Trimeresurus sumatranus) reaches up to 150 centimetres, its bulk allowing it to take sizeable rats and birds in southernmost Thai rainforest. That body size means higher venom yield, so a snake hook is used at all times. An impressive advanced-keeper species.

Overview

Adult Length

90 – 150 cm (one of the larger Trimeresurus)

Venom

Hemotoxic / Cytotoxic. Significant envenomation potential due to large body and venom yield. Seek treatment immediately.

In the Wild

Habitat

Arboreal. Primary lowland tropical rainforest, 0 – 900 m. Restricted to extreme southernmost Thailand near the Malaysian border.

Wild Diet

Rats, birds, lizards & frogs. Large body size allows taking larger prey.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

Pre-killed rats. Adults every 10 – 14 days. Juveniles every 7 days.

Temperature

26 – 30 °C ambient — 24 °C cool end

Humidity

80 – 90 %. Daily misting; primary rainforest humidity levels required.

UV Requirements

Low (nocturnal). UVI 0 – 1.0.

Enclosure

Large arboreal enclosure. Min 90 × 60 × 120 cm for adults. Stout climbing branches essential.

Temperament

Defensive. Large size warrants extra caution. Use a snake hook at all times.

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 Sumatran Pit 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.