Vipera berus mating
Posted: Mon Apr 20, 2020 7:44 am
Hi!
I spend a day in a spot with I guess 12 adders, maybe more, I'm not sure with some individuals. I was a witness of two male combats, unfortunately I do not have a good photo or video, but it was a really great experience. I also saw mating attempts and have a video which I want to discuss....
It started to be intersting around 1:30. Originally they were fully under leaves, I found them by the noise. It was an opportunity for me, to gently place a tripod with a camera close to them. The male was so active around the female that he threw away all the cover and I had a clear view. What do you thing about the behavior at 4:12? Just yawning? Thanks!
https://youtu.be/NZrGGYaiKXk
With regards,
t.
I spend a day in a spot with I guess 12 adders, maybe more, I'm not sure with some individuals. I was a witness of two male combats, unfortunately I do not have a good photo or video, but it was a really great experience. I also saw mating attempts and have a video which I want to discuss....
It started to be intersting around 1:30. Originally they were fully under leaves, I found them by the noise. It was an opportunity for me, to gently place a tripod with a camera close to them. The male was so active around the female that he threw away all the cover and I had a clear view. What do you thing about the behavior at 4:12? Just yawning? Thanks!
https://youtu.be/NZrGGYaiKXk
With regards,
t.