The snake involved is an African bush viper, also known as Atheris squamigera. Native to parts of western and central Africa, their venom can cause fever, hemorrhaging and possibly death in ...

The incident occurred as the wildlife care specialist was caring for the African bush viper, scientifically known as Atheris squamigera, in a non-public area, the zoo said. The zoo added ...

The incident occurred when the employee was caring for the African bush viper, scientifically known as Atheris squamigera, in a private area of the facility, a San Diego Zoo spokesperson tells ...

In a statement provided to Fox News, the San Diego Zoo said that the wildlife care specialist was caring for the African bush viper, scientifically known as Atheris squamigera, in a non-public area.