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A recent video published by the local group mycyprus.cy has captured a striking encounter with a large viper native to Cyprus. The footage shows the snake calmly slithering in the sun, seemingly unbothered by the presence of the camera. The video gives viewers a rare glimpse of this species passing by some concrete steps and into the dry grass.
The viper is venomous but generally shy, known to avoid human contact whenever possible. Despite its reputation, the video presents the viper in a surprisingly “charming” light, as described by mycyprus.cy.
Whether or not the viper earns the title “charming,” one thing is clear: most people would likely prefer to keep their distance when encountering such a large reptile in the wild. Experts advise that the safest approach is to observe from afar without disturbing the animal, as was exemplified by the calm and respectful behavior of the people filming the video.
