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What you need to know about the Night Adder

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Full name: Common Night Adder (Causus rhombeatus)

Other names: Rhombic Night Adder; Nagadder

Classification: Dangerous

Despite the common name, the Night Adder is more active during the day. The largest member of the genus Causus, it averages 30 to 60cm in length, but can reach up to 1m. The snake can be identified by the distinct dark V-marking on the head. Their bodies are usually grey or light brown in colour, with dark

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