viperine snake
| Scientific name | Natrix maura |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Natricidae |
| Genus | Natrix |
Introduction
Natrix maura, commonly known as viperine snake, is a fresh water reptile from the Europe.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Female size55 - 90 cm
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Male size45 - 80 cm
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Motiftasks
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Mimicryplants
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Longevity25 year
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Female size55 - 90 cm
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Male size45 - 80 cm
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Motiftasks
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Mimicryplants
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Longevity25 year
How to recognize the viperine snake ?
The viperine snake measures between 45 and 80 cm. This reptile is bicolore with a predominantly noir and marron body. The also has noir tasks.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilitysolitary
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Way of livingdiurnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietpredator
The viperine snake is a reptile solitary naturally found in the vegetation. This species is carnivorous .
Although the viperine snake is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat caché
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Clutch size5 - 30 eggs
The viperine snake is a reptile ovipare qui pond sur substrat caché.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature14 - 30 °C
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FlowMedium, Slow and Stagnant
Biotope presentation
The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".
The viperine snake is most often found at a depth between 0m and 1m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths. This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
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