Region
Reptiles of Tbilisi
In Tbilisi, reptiles occur mainly in suburban valleys, parks, and riverside habitats — not dense city centers. Levantine viper, red-bellied racer, glass lizard, and others may appear. Urban encounters are uncommon but real.
Range
Tbilisi on the map of Georgia
Geography
Habitats
Suburban valleys, parks, and riverside habitats occasionally host reptiles within the capital.
- Suburban valleys01
- Parks and green belts02
- Riverside habitats03
Species
Snakes and reptiles in Tbilisi
6 species
Safety
Venomous snakes in Tbilisi
Only moderate or high-risk species. Keep distance and open the full profile for identification.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Short answers about species recorded in Tbilisi.
Records include Levantine viper, red-bellied racer, glass lizard, smooth snake, dice snake, and cat snake — mainly in suburbs and riverside areas.
Levantine viper is venomous; others are harmless. If you see a snake — do not touch it, step back, and contact appropriate services if needed.
Along the Mtkvari, rocky slopes, suburban valleys, and less disturbed greenery — not busy central streets.