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Summary details for Bitis schneideri
If you are unsure of the identification of a snake you have observed, you can ask an expert for snake identification by uploading a photo to the Snakes of Namibia facebook page.
You can also get help from their amazing album of infographics of the common snake species in Namibia.
The facebook page also has contact details for snake catchers - people who are experienced in catching and removing snakes - throughout the country.
In the case of a snake bite, email "snakebite" to snakebitedoc@gmail.com. Namibia's snakebite expert - Dr Buys - will respond immediately.
Namaqua Dwarf Adder
Bitis schneideri
The Namaqua Dwarf Adder is the smallest adder in the world, reaching a max length of 25 cm.
They occur in the coastal dunes from Luderitz to Oranjamund. Unfortunately this species is threatened by mining, off-road driving and illegal collecting.
They are considered to be mildly venomous. Bites are not considered to be life threatening.
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