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Western Sand Viper
Vipera ammodytes
The Western Sand Viper, also known as the Nose-horned Viper, is a venomous snake native to southern Europe and parts of the Balkans. Distinguished by the prominent 'horn' on its snout, this viper has a robust body with a distinctive zigzag dorsal pattern in shades of grey or bro…
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- The Western Sand Viper can flatten its body and hiss loudly as a warning when threatened, mimicking the appearance and sound of a much larger snake.
- The Western Sand Viper has a distinctive nasal 'horn' made of soft tissue, setting it apart from other European vipers. It is an ambush predator that waits patiently for small mammals, birds, and lizards to pass by. Despite its potent venom, it is generally non-aggressive and prefers to avoid human encounters.
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