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Snakes and Slow worms Frequently asked questions about snakes:
I think I have Adders in my garden, what shall I do? Firstly, can you be sure it's an Adder? Adders are not very common in gardens and most sightings turn out to be harmless Grass Snakes. If it is definitely an Adder the best thing is to leave it alone - snakes are often just passing through gardens on their way somewhere else. As with most creatures they will only bite if threatened. The venom is not strong - painful and uncomfortable but rarely is it life threatening, there have only been a handful of deaths from Adder bites in the last 100 years. What to do if you have been bitten: Tightly bind the wound and seek medical attention. If a pet has been bitten take it immediately to the vet - again it is rarely life threatening but it is best to be on the safe side. If the snake appears to have taken up residence in your garden you may want to consider adapting the habitat so as not to encourage it to stay. There maybe a local reptile expert who is willing to remove the snake for you - try contacting your local Amphibian and Reptile Group (ARG). If your question has not been answered or you require more information please contact the Wildlife Information Service on 01733 558960 or info@froglife.org
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