H.N.T Reserves

Slow Worm (Anguis fragilis) & Common Shrew (Sorex araneus)

Slow Worm,
Although it may look very Snake-like this is in fack a legless Lizard prefering hedgerows and grassland,when attact it will shed its tail to distract predetors. This Female is happy to share its home with a Common Shrew.
Wessington Pasture Nature Reserve H.N.T

Ref: HSI_004_Ms

Date: 11/04/08

Location: Woolhope Herefordshire

Photographer: Liam Bunce

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