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Aquatic and Reptile Center
Come see our huge collection of fish, reptiles, invertebrates and amphibians. Enjoy the view into our 28,000-gallon Pacific Coast Marine Aquarium or our 30-species Lake Wisconsin.
Feature Creature
Gaboon Viper
(Bitis gabonica)
| Native to: | The rainforests of central, west and east Africa |
| Primary Diet: | Small mammals (rodents, small antelope) and birds |
| Adult Weight: | Up to 18 pounds |
| Status: | Common (not endangered or threatened) |
Gaboon vipers are the largest vipers in the world, reaching a length of six feet, and are one of the most venomous snakes in the world. Females give birth every two or three years and produce 50-60 babies at a time.
