Zamenis longissimus

scientific name of this species is Zamenis longissimus, Zamenis is of unknown origin however longissimus comes from latin and means 'long', this snake is one of the longest over its range. More

Aesculapian Snake (Elaphe longissima or Zamenis longissimus) is a snake native to Europe. It is a large slender non-venomous snake, which is an excellent tree-climber. More

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Order : Squamata
Family : Colubridae
Genus : Zamenis
Species : Zamenis longissimus
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Zamenis longissimus