We are increasing the number of specimens of Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix it is holding in order to better match the demand for large quantities of this venom.

Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix species is endemic to the United States of America: E Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana. According to WHO Guidelines for the Production, Control and Regulation of Snake Antivenom Immunoglobulins, the Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix species is of highest medical importance in North America.
The venom of Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix is used for the production of antivenom immunoglobulins aimed at South American countries. Southern Copperhead venom

The venom of Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix is also used in homeopathic remedies (Cenchris contortrix)
Protein C Activator, Fibrolase (a metalloproteinase), contortrixobin (“ACTE”), Disintegrin Contortrostatin are purified from the venom of Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix. Agkistrodon contortrix Venom

For Research purposes, the venom of Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix is known to contain Myotoxins, Procoagulants, and Anticoagulants. Agkistrodon contortrix Venom

Packaging: lyophilized venom sold in vacuum sealed glass vials of 100 mg, 500 mg, and 1 g.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.

Taxonomic Classification:

• • Class: Reptilia
  • Order: Squamata
  • Suborder: Serpentes
  • Family: Viperidae
  • Subfamily: Crotalinae
  • Genus: Agkistrodon

Common names: Southern Copperhead, Mocassin à lèvres roses