Meadow viper
Meadow viper The meadow viper (Vipera ursinii) is a venomous snake found only on alpine meadows of Korabi Mountain so far. The global conservation status for this specimen as per IUCN is Vulnerable.
Adder
Adder The adder (Vipera berus) is a venomous snake distributed in the meadows of alpine areas. The global conservation status for this specimen as per IUCN is Least Concern.
Nose-horned viper
Nose-horned viper The nose-horned viper (Vipera ammodytes) is the most venomous snake in Albania. It has a high abundance and is distributed from coastline up to areas 1800m AMSL. The global conservation status for this specimen as per IUCN is Least Concern.
European rat snake/Leopard snake
European rat snake/Leopard snake The leopard snake (Zamenis situla) is considered the most beautiful snake of Europe. It is rarely found in Albania mostly on Hilly and mountainous areas. The global conservation status for this specimen as per IUCN is Least Concern.
Aesculapian Snake
Aesculapian Snake The aesculapian snake (Zamenis longissimus) is a non-venomous snake distributed in the entire country. Its population decreased due to deforestation. It feeds on mice, and that is the reason it is mainly found near houses. The global conservation status for this specimen as per IUCN is Least Concern.
Cat snake
Cat snake The cat snake (Telescopus fallax) is a semi-venomous snake. It has a very primitive venom injection teeth found at the back of its mouth. The venom is injected when the prey is swallowed. It is distributed along the lowlands of Albania. The global conservation status for this specimen as per IUCN is Least…