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Pallas’ viper snake – how to identify, avoid their habitat, and treatment for their bite.

Pallas Viper

Pallas’ viper
Agkistrodon halys

Pallas ViperDescription: Coloration is gray, tan, or yellow, with markings similar to those of the American copperhead.

Characteristics: This snake is timid and rarely strikes. Its venom is hemotoxic but rarely fatal.

Habitat: Found in open fields, hillsides, and farming regions.

Length: Average 45 centimeters (18 inches), maximum 90 centimeters (35 inches).

Distribution: Throughout southeastern Europe.

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