Horned vipers spark alarm in Croatia: Children spot deadly snakes
Disturbing reports from Croatia. On a single day, in two separate locations in Zadar, horned vipers were spotted, reports the Dnevnik portal. These snakes are considered the most dangerous among all European vipers due to their impressive size, long fangs, and exceptionally toxic venom.
Children playing near their school spotted the snakes. Thanks to the immediate response and quick intervention of appropriate services, a potential tragedy was avoided, which was widely publicized by Croatian media.
Romeo Pestić, a local "snake hunter" interviewed by Dnevnik, noted that he has been dealing with these reptiles for fifty years but has never encountered a situation where vipers appeared so close to urban, built-up, and busy areas.
How did the snakes end up in the city?
According to Pestić, "the snake could have gotten into the city in boxes of fruits or vegetables that were being transported to stores." He emphasized that the most important thing when encountering a viper is to move away from it and call for help immediately. Never attempt to touch this animal yourself, he warned.
The embassy also noted the risks of spiders, including the black widow, ticks, and some dangerous creatures living in the Adriatic.
Croatian media reported on the capture near Rovinj of the world's most poisonous fish - the silver toadfish in May.
