Vipera ursinii
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Vipera ursinii is a species of venomous snake in the subfamily Viperinae of the family Viperidae. It is a very rare species, which is in danger of extinction. This species is commonly called the meado
Benny Trapp Vipera ursinii
Adder
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Vipera berus, commonly known as the common European adder and the common European viper, is a species of venomous snake in the family Viperidae. The species is extremely widespread, and thus can be fo
Vipera ursinii
…specimens of 63–80 cm (25–31 inches) in total length have been reported. Females are larger than males. Although sometimes confused with V. aspis or V. berus, it differs from them in the following characters. The smallest viper in Europe, its body is thick, its head narrow, and its appearance rough. The snout…
Common European viper female Pieniny
V. berus: normal and melanistic colour patterns
V. berus
V. berus pictured in Laukaa, Finland