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Offline Maik

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Greek war snake
« on: Friday, 01 January, 2016 @ 20:42:42 »
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Scientists in Italy rediscover snake that was used by ancient Greeks as a weapon of war
Greek navy would hurl snakes such as the Javelin Sand Boa at enemy ships, experts say

The species is also found in Greece...

It is small, growing to just 20 inches in length, and feeds on lizards, mice and snails.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/italy/12076680/Scientists-in-Italy-rediscover-snake-that-was-used-by-ancient-Greeks-as-a-weapon-of-war.html