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BUSHMASTER (Lachesis mutus) : TROPICAL AMERICA 
Largest and most dangerous of the venomous serpents of the New World. Twelve-foot 
specimens have been recorded. Contrary to the habits of all other viperine snakes, it brings 
forth its young from eggs, which are deposited in damp places. Photo by Raymond lL. 
Ditmars. 
DIAMOND-BACK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus adamanteus) : SOUTHEASTERN UNITED 
STATES 
Largest and most deadly of the venomous serpents of the United States. It attains a 
length of eight feet, and must be rated among the most dangerous known snakes (see page 
633). Photo by Raymond LL. Ditmars. 
