puff adder snake resting the ground

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puff adder snake resting on the ground Royalty Free Stock Photo

puff adder resting on dry grass and soil Royalty Free Stock Photo

the image shows a puff adder snake coiled on the ground. the snake has a thick body with a distinctive pattern of dark brown or black blotches on a lighter brown or tan background. its head is triangular in shape, and its eyes are visible. the snake is lying among dry leaves and twigs, blending in with its surroundings. the ground is a mix of dirt and small stones. the overall impression is one of a dangerous animal camouflaged in its natural habitat.