Venomous

Beautiful Pit Viper For Sale

Trimeresurus venustus

True to its name, the Beautiful Pit Viper (Trimeresurus venustus) is a stunning arboreal species of southern Thailand's peninsula, prized for ornate patterning across a compact frame. A nocturnal ambush predator with hemotoxic venom, it remains defensive but proves manageable under a calm, consistent handling routine. A photogenic advanced-keeper favourite for dedicated collections.

Overview

Adult Length

50 – 75 cm

Venom

Hemotoxic / Cytotoxic. Causes pain, swelling & localised bruising. Medically significant — seek treatment.

In the Wild

Habitat

Arboreal. Lowland tropical forest and forest edges, 0 – 500 m. Southern Thailand peninsula — Phuket, Krabi, Phang Nga and adjacent provinces.

Wild Diet

Lizards, frogs & small mammals. Nocturnal ambush predator in low shrubs and vegetation.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

Pre-killed mice or frogs. Juveniles every 7 days; adults every 10 – 14 days.

Temperature

26 – 30 °C ambient — 24 °C cool end

Humidity

70 – 85 %. Daily misting.

UV Requirements

Low (nocturnal). UVI 0 – 1.0.

Enclosure

Arboreal / vertical. Min 60 × 60 × 90 cm. Tropical setup with good ventilation.

Temperament

Defensive but manageable with consistent, calm handling routine.

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 Beautiful 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.