The death of a beloved cocker spaniel following an adder bite has prompted a Nailsworth family to issue a warning to other ...

In recent weeks and months, multiple sightings of the UK's only native venomous snake, the adder, have been reported across ...

The rarest snake in the UK Smooth Snakes are the least widespread across the UK, according to the RSPCA, localised to "isolated pockets" in the south of England, mainly found in heath habitats. Not ...

Smooth Snake The Adder is the only venomous species in the UK, the Grass Snake is the longest and can swim underwater, while the Smooth Snake claims the title of the rarest.

While there are three snake species native to the UK, only one is venomous - the adder. They are recognisable due to their "distinctive" zig-zag pattern and "striking" red eyes.

While there are three snake species native to the UK, only one is venomous - the adder. They are recognisable due to their "distinctive" zig-zag pattern and "striking" red eyes. The RSPB added: "Its ...