Meet the spooky creature: Grass Snake

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Grass Snake

NameGrass Snake (Natrix helveticaus)
SizeUp to 150cm (length)
ReproductionOviparous (lays eggs)
DietSmall mammals, amphibians, birds, and fish
HabitatLive near fresh water ponds and lakes, gardens with ponds and compost heaps
PredatorsBadgers, foxes, domestic cats, birds

A useful introduction:

Myths to shatter

Myth: They make nests in your home…
Grass snakes do not make nests in your
Myth: They are attentive parents…
Myth: They are venomous and aggressive…
Grass snakes are non venomous
Myth: Grass snakes actively seek humans
Grass snakes have been known to play dead. Opening their mouth and sticking their tongue out.
Myth: They will try to bite you…
Grass snakes are harmless to humans. They may behave aggressively if they feel threatened. But its very unlikely!
You’ll know they feel threatened…
Grass snakes will give off an unpleasant smell when they feel threatened.

Bonus Fact

Grass snakes are very good swimmers and may hunt in water.

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