Asp Viper
The Asp Viper is a venomous snake native to much of Central and Southern Europe. It is known for its stocky body and its distinctive, upturned snout.
The Asp Viper is a nocturnal and secretive snake that spends its days hiding under rocks or in burrows. It is an ambush predator that preys on a variety of animals, including rodents, birds, and lizards. Its venom is a powerful hemotoxin that can cause swelling, pain, and tissue damage. While its bite is rarely fatal to humans, it can be very dangerous.
The Asp Viper is a vital part of its ecosystem, as it helps to control rodent populations.
Asp Viper
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)
Average Weight
0.5 - 1 lbs
(0.2 - 0.5 kg)
Average Life Span
10 - 15 years
Gestation Period
80 - 100 days
Did You Know?
The Asp Viper is a venomous snake found in Southwestern Europe.
It typically lives in sunny, rocky habitats with good vegetation cover.
The Asp Viper can grow up to 90 cm (35 inches) long.
Its venom is hemotoxic, affecting blood and tissue.
They are often active at dusk and dawn.
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