Venomous

Vogel's Pit Viper For Sale

Trimeresurus vogeli

Vogel's Pit Viper (Trimeresurus vogeli) haunts the mossy cloud forests of northern Thailand, including Doi Inthanon, as a strictly nocturnal ambush predator. This green hemotoxic species needs cool, exceptionally humid conditions with a 26 degree ceiling, settling well once established. A genuinely rewarding montane viper for committed, advanced keepers prepared to manage strict temperatures.

Overview

Adult Length

60 – 90 cm

Venom

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

In the Wild

Habitat

Arboreal. Montane cloud forest, mossy forest and highland bamboo, 500 – 1,800 m. Northern Thailand — Doi Inthanon, Doi Suthep, Chiang Rai highlands.

Wild Diet

Frogs, lizards, small birds & small mammals. Strict nocturnal ambush predator.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

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

Temperature

20 – 24 °C ambient — 18 °C cool end

Humidity

80 – 95 %. Daily misting; cloud forest humidity essential.

UV Requirements

Low (nocturnal). UVI 0 – 1.0. Low-level UVB beneficial.

Enclosure

Arboreal / vertical. Min 60 × 60 × 90 cm. Cool, humid setup — moss substrate recommended.

Temperament

Defensive but settles well. Temperature requirements are strict — 26 °C maximum.

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 Vogel's 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.