What is the difference between an adder a grass snake and a slow worm?
THE ADDER The adder is found on heathland, dry commons and in sunny clearings in woodland. The basic colour is variable ranging from off white through to brown, but whatever the colour the distinguishing feature is the wide, dark zigzag stripe running along the back. This stripe is usually flanked by a row of spots running along each side. The adder has a distinct “V” or “X” shaped marking on the head and the eye has a pupil with a vertical slit. Adders appear quite chunky and males can reach a length of up to 60 cm, females up to 75 cm. GRASS SNAKE Grass snakes are usually found in wetland habitats. The basic colour is olive green and there is a distinct yellowish/off-white and black collar around the neck. There are dark side markings along the whole length of the snake. The grass snake has an eye with a round pupil. The grass snake has a quite slim appearance and is the largest indigenous UK reptile. Males can reach a length of up to 100cm and females up to 130cm. SLOW WORM Slow wor
