Snakes & Lizards

Cornish Hedgerows this time of year, beware where you step or sit as you may just be in for a big surprise. UK's only venomous snake, the Adder (Vipera berus) the often shy adder can be found basking in the sunshine in woodland glades, heathlands or old Cornish walls. An adder bite is a very rare occurrence, and can be quite painful, but is almost never fatal to humans, but be careful walking your dogs near locations. Adders average lifespan is up to 15 years. Adders hunt lizards and small rodents, as well as ground-nesting birds. Filmed on Z Cam E2 S6 with Sigma 105mm Macro lens.