The grass snake is the most common snake species in Germany and is completely harmless to humans. Nevertheless, many people wonder if it is venomous. Photo: Getty Images Encountering a snake in ...

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1. A lack of warm nest-sites prevents oviparous reptile species from reproducing in cool climates; such areas are dominated by viviparous species because sun-seeking pregnant females can maintain high ...

Encountering a snake in Germany often causes initial alarm–and the grass snake is frequently mistaken for being dangerous. It is the most common snake in Germany and has lived in close proximity to ...