Froglife's guide to reptiles

There are six land-based native reptiles in the UK. Use the links below to find out more about these amazing animals. 

If you have come across a reptile and you're unsure which species it is, our Reptile Identification Guide might help.

Snakes

Grass Snake Natrix natrix

Adder Vipera berus

Smooth Snake Coronella austriaca

Lizards

Slow Worm Anguis fragilis

Common Lizard Lacerta vivipara

Sand Lizard Lacerta agilis

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