According to euronews, up to four invasive snake species, harmless to humans, are threatening the biodiversity of Mediterranean islands. One has learned to swim to nearby islets to feed on local fauna, pushing one species to the brink of extinction.
Invasive snakes threaten Balearic biodiversity as species spreads to islets
Ecological pressure mounts on Ibiza and Mallorca as the horseshoe whip snake, introduced via ornamental trade, pushes native fauna toward extinction.