Vipera barani


Vipera barani is a venomous viper species endemic to Turkey. No subspecies are currently recognized.

Etymology

The specific name, barani, is in honor of Turkish herpetologist :tr:İbrahim Baran|İbrahim Baran.

Description

Vipera barani is a stoutly built species. Adult females are reported to reach a maximum total length of. Adult males are shorter with a maximum total length of.

Geographic range

Vipera barani is found in northwestern Turkey.
The type locality is listed as "ca. 60 km N Adapazari, Türkei".

Conservation status

The species V. barani is listed as strictly protected under the Berne Convention.