The Snakes of Pelion E-Book

Christos Taklis

• Herausgeber: BookRix
• Kategorie: Lebensstil
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025

Beschreibung

Explore the diverse and misunderstood world of Pelion’s snakes in this compact and richly photo field guide. Covering all 14 native species, with safety tips, ID cards, and habitat insights, this book is an essential companion for hikers, nature lovers, and curious travelers in Thessaly’s wild heart.

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Christos Taklis

The Snakes of Pelion

Field Guide

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Table of contents

Welcome to the Snakes of Pelion

Safety Tips for Pelion Explorers

Snake Species Checklist

1. Αγιόφιδο / European Cat Snake

2. Δενδρογαλιά / Balkan Whip Snake

3. Έρυξ / Sand Boa

4. Έφιος / Caspian Whipsnake

5. Λαφιάτης / Four-lined Snake

6. Λαφίτης του Ασκληπιού / Aesculapian Snake

7. Λιμνόφιδο / Dice Snake

8. Νερόφιδο / Grass Snake

9. Οχιά / Horned Viper

10. Σαΐτα / Dahl’s Whip Snake

11. Σαπίτης / Eastern Montpellier Snake

12. Σπιτόφιδο / European Ratsnake

13. Στεφανοφόρος / Smooth Snake

14. Τυφλίνος / Worm Snake

Glossary

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Credits

Credits

Welcome to the Snakes of Pelion

Pelion is a land of myths, mountains, forests, and coasts—and it’s home to one of the richest snake faunas in Greece. Whether you’re a hiker, nature enthusiast, local resident, or traveler, this guide was created for you.

Why Snakes?

Snakes are among the most misunderstood animals in Europe. Yet they play a vital role in Pelion’s ecosystems, keeping rodent populations in check and maintaining balance in the food web. Most species are completely harmless—and all are protected by law.

What this Guide offers

Inside this booklet, you’ll find clear, visual ID cards for every known snake species in the region. Each entry includes field notes, safety tips, habitat info, and folk knowledge passed down through generations.