Craspedocephalus wiroti
# Craspedocephalus wiroti

Craspedocephalus wiroti, also known commonly as Wirot's pit viper, is a species of venomous pitviper in the family Viperidae. The species is native to Southeast Asia.

## Etymology

The specific name, wiroti, is in honor of Thai herpetologist Wirot Nutaphand (1932–2005).

## Geographic range

C. wiroti is found in Peninsular Malaysia and Thailand.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of C. wiroti is forest, at altitudes from sea level to 1,200 m (3,900 ft).

## Behavior

C. wiroti is arboreal.

## Reproduction

C. wiroti is oviparous.

