# Solid Snake (DD-325)

> The western bush viper (Atheris chlorechis) is a small, tree-dwelling viper of West African rainforests. Its green to yellowish scales camouflage it among leaves, and adults usually measure about 50 to 70 centimeters (20 to 28 inches). Its venom causes pain, swelling and tissue damage; bites to humans are rare but need medical care. The footage shows a green bush viper on branches.

- Department: Nature
- First published: 2024-09-17
- Last updated: 2024-09-17
- Permalink: https://detailenjoyer.com/case/solid-snake/
- Author: Marcus Easterling (DetailEnjoyer), The Detail Department

## Quick facts

- **DD-325-F01**: It lives in West African rainforests. _(Write-up · Exhibit A (Range))_
- **DD-325-F02**: It lives in trees. _(Write-up · Exhibit B (Arboreal))_

## Write-up

The western bush viper hides in leaves high above the forest floor. It is small, but its venom is potent.

1. **Range**: It lives in West African rainforests.
2. **Arboreal**: It lives in trees.
3. **Camouflage**: Green scales hide it in leaves.
4. **Size**: Adults are about 50 to 70 cm.
5. **Venom**: Its venom causes pain and swelling.

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## Reel vs. record

- **Note**: None needed.

## Video: Solid Snake: The Western Bush Viper Hides in Leaves High Above the Forest Floor

- Duration: 25.4 s · Published: 2024-09-17
- File: https://detailenjoyer.com/assets/videos/DACqnpxvuVe.mp4

### Transcript

Did you know, the Western bush viper is a venomous snake found in the rainforests of West Africa? These small, arboreal vipers are known for their vibrant green, yellow, or brown scales, which help them blend seamlessly into their leafy surroundings. Despite their relatively small size, typically reaching 18 to 24 inches in length, they possess potent venom that can cause severe pain, swelling, and tissue damage in their prey. While they are not aggressive, their bites can be dangerous to humans, requiring immediate medical attention. NOW YOU KNOW!

## Questions & answers

**Q: Where does it live?**  
A: Tropical forests. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Range) · Wikipedia: Atheris chlorechis)_

**Q: Where does it spend its time?**  
A: Arboreal. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Arboreal) · Wikipedia: Atheris chlorechis)_

**Q: What color helps it hide?**  
A: Among leaves. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Camouflage) · Wikipedia: Atheris chlorechis)_

**Q: About how long are adults?**  
A: Small. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Size) · Wikipedia: Atheris chlorechis)_

**Q: What does its venom cause?**  
A: Tissue damage. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Venom) · Wikipedia: Atheris chlorechis)_

## Sources

- [Wikipedia: Atheris chlorechis](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atheris_chlorechis)

## Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Solid Snake." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-325, last updated Sep 17, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/solid-snake/