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D000073562Level 8

Crotalinae

**Definition:** A subfamily of snakes commonly known as pit vipers, crotaline snakes, or pit adders in the family VIPERIDAE. They are distinguished by a deep pit called a fossa or loreal, which functions as a heat-sensing organ located between the eye and nostril on either side of the head.

**Tree numbers:** - B01.050.050.286.875.875.240 - B01.050.150.900.833.672.125.937.240 - B01.050.150.900.833.672.562.875.240

**Synonyms:** - Pit Viper - Crotalids

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