Slow Worm spotted near Lanham Lane

Slow worms are harmless legless lizards! They like warm, sheltered places with long grass, compost heaps, log piles and undisturbed corners where they can hide, hunt and hibernate.

Slow worms are important for healthy ecosystems because they eat slugs and other small invertebrates, helping naturally balance gardens and wild spaces. They need careful habitat management such as avoiding pesticides, leaving rough areas undisturbed and checking carefully before strimming or moving compost heaps.