Common name
Berber Smooth Snake
Informal group
Amphibians and reptiles
Territories
Establishment status
Establishment status detail
Not established in the wild. (Horizon scanning consensus for Gibraltar (Unknown).);
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Ecological impact detail
Massive. Besides predating native species (birds and reptiles), will compete with native snake species for habitat and resources. (Horizon scanning consensus for Gibraltar (Unknown));
Human health impact detail
Minor. It can bite if approached by people. (Horizon scanning consensus for Gibraltar (Unknown));
Socio-economic impacts
Minor. Impact on tourism, general fear of snakes. (Horizon scanning consensus for Gibraltar (Unknown));
Pathway
References
Horizon scanning consensus for Gibraltar (Unknown).;