With dry settled conditions and unbroken sunshine and warmth through the morning, my objective was to locate
Adders at East Wretham Heath. The conditions suggested I should be in luck.
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| Adder at Eas Wretham Heath, Norfolk 05/03/14 |
A number of suitable habitats were checked i.e. raised sunny, bracken covered banks, however, it wasn't until I walked along a track leading to mature Scots Pines and very thick bracken that I found my first Adder of the year. This beautiful snake was sunning itself on track-side bracken.
Adders will emerge from their winter hibernation in late February if the conditions are right. Male Adders emerge about a month prior to female Snakes.
As a dog owner myself, this is a timely reminder to keep your pets on a short leash when venturing into Adder habitat as curious dogs are frequently bitten each year.
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