Meaning of the word "horned viper" in English

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horned viper

US /ˈhɔːrnd ˈvaɪ.pər/
UK /ˈhɔːrnd ˈvaɪ.pər/
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Noun

1.

a venomous snake (genus Cerastes) found in deserts of North Africa and the Middle East, characterized by horn-like scales above its eyes

Example:
The desert guide warned us about the dangerous horned viper.
The horned viper is well-camouflaged in its sandy habitat.
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