Vipera berus, commonly known as the common European adder[3] and the common European viper, [4] is a species of venomous snake in the family Viperidae. The species is extremely widespread and …

Sep 27, 2024 · The Berg adder (Bitis atropos) is a small, venomous viper species native to the mountainous regions of southern Africa. This snake has a distinctive pattern of gray or brown bands …

The adder is a relatively small, stocky snake that prefers woodland, heathland and moorland habitats. It hunts lizards and small mammals, as well as ground-nesting birds, such as skylark and meadow pipit.

May 20, 2025 · Discover fascinating facts about the Adder, Britain's only native venomous snake, and learn why it’s misunderstood despite its vital role in nature.

Adder, any of several groups of venomous snakes of the viper family, Viperidae, and the Australo-Papuan death adders, viperlike members of Elapidae, the cobra family. The name adder may also be …

The adder is the UK's only venomous snake, but it's incredibly shy of people. Discover its little known mating rituals, unusual facts, folklore and more.

May 14, 2022 · The adder is the UK's only native venomous snake, and its smallest snake. Adders are more likely to flee than attack, unless they are feel very threatened.

Apr 25, 2024 · Get to know the common European adder (Vipera berus) – its size, color, range, habitat, diet, reproduction, predators, lifespan, bite, symptoms, and venom.

Other Comments There are many species of snake both closely and distantly related to Vipera berus whose common names may contain the term "adder". Vipera berus is the only species whose actual …

May 27, 2024 · The common European adder is the only snake that lives above the Arctic Circle. This snake, also known as the black adder, is the most common venomous snake in Europe. It ranges far …