Our largest snake, the grass snake, is particularly fond of wetland habitats, but can also be found in dry grasslands and in gardens, especially those with a pond nearby.

Grass snakes are the UK's most common snake species. Find out what they eat, where they live and how they breed.

Grass snakes in Britain were thought to belong to the subspecies N. n. helvetica but have been reclassified as the barred grass snake Natrix helvetica. Any records of N. natrix in Britain are …

Britain’s longest snake, the grass snake (Natrix helvetica) spends much of its time in wetlands, where it hunts frogs, newts, fish and small mammals, sometimes swimming underwater to …

Currently illegal in UK to deliberately kill, injure or sell grass snakes, and decline appears to be driven by habitat destruction, agricultural intensification, and pollution.

Sep 16, 2025 · The humble grass snake is often misunderstood and even feared. Let's explore what makes them so special, plus how to identify and spot them.

The grass snake is Britain’s largest native reptile and one of its most fascinating. Commonly found near ponds, lakes, and wetlands, this harmless, non-venomous snake is a skilled swimmer …

Grass Snakes are found throughout England and Wales but are absent from Scotland. They’re quite often seen in gardens, especially those with ponds which the snakes can hunt in. Grass …

Dec 8, 2021 · The final, and most common species in Great Britain is the grass snake (Natrix natrix). This species is found primarily in southern and middle England. It also exists in Wales …

Grass snakes are found throughout England and Wales. Feeding primarily on fish and amphibians, grass snakes can occasionally venture into garden ponds in the summer months, …