Melanism in Vipera sp.
Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 1:14 pm
As we know, melanism in some Vipera species is rather common (at least locally), but is this true for all species? For instance, I cant not find (with quick google search) any pictures or good information on melanistic V.ammodytes.
What other species does or do not have this trait in certain specimens/locations ?
Pictures is always nice.
Here is some pics from 2 norwegian melanisitic Vipera berus berus
Vipera berus berus by Thor Hakonsen, on Flickr
Vipera berus by Thor Hakonsen, on Flickr
What other species does or do not have this trait in certain specimens/locations ?
Pictures is always nice.
Here is some pics from 2 norwegian melanisitic Vipera berus berus
Vipera berus berus by Thor Hakonsen, on Flickr
Vipera berus by Thor Hakonsen, on Flickr