Egg-eater VS Night Adder - How To Tell Them Apart
Egg-eaters are often mistaken for Night Adders, especially where their range overlaps. See the comparison table below for key points to consider when trying to see the difference between the Common Night Adder and the Rhombic Egg-eater.
Rhombic Egg-eater
- āVā Chevron marking on the NECK
- Vertical pupils
- Skin appears rough and dry
- Mouth black inside
- Rounded snout
- Slender body
- Mostly seen at night
Egg-eater Map
Egg-eater Gallery
Rhombic Night Adder
- āVā Chevron marking on the HEAD
- Round pupils
- Velvety smooth skin
- Mouth pink inside
- Pointed snout
- Short and thickset
- Mostly seen during the day
Night Adder Map
Night Adder Gallery
