Are you curious about venomous snakes? If you are, you might want to learn more about the Palestine viper, a species of viper that lives only in the Levant region of Western Asia. This snake is one of the most dangerous and deadly snakes in the world. It can cause severe snakebite injuries and fatalities with its potent venom.
The Palestine viper is a large snake that can grow up to 130 cm (51 in) long. It has a triangular head, a stout body, and a pattern of dark spots or rings on its back. It lives in various habitats, such as forests, grasslands, deserts, and farmlands. It feeds on rodents, small reptiles, and birds. It is not aggressive, but it will strike if provoked or stepped on. Its venom can cause severe bleeding, swelling, pain, tissue damage, and kidney failure.
Distribution
Israel
Jordan
Lebanon
SyriaAnything we've missed?
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Terrestrial / Aquatic
Altricial / Precocial
Polygamous / Monogamous
Dimorphic (szie) / Monomorphic
Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal
Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd
Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore
Migratory: Yes / No
Domesticated: Yes / No
Dangerous: Yes / No
