Adder bites man in park

A man out for a walk in the park was bit on the foot by an adder on Saturday. The snake, which is native to the UK, was photographed by a passerby shortly after it struck.

The victim, who is in his thirties, was treated at the scene by paramedics and did not require hospital treatment. He has been advised to keep an eye on the bite wound over the next few days.

This is not the first time that an adder has caused problems in this particular park: in late May a dog was badly bitten by one of the snakes.

Adder bites are not usually fatal to humans, but they can cause considerable pain and swelling, as well as nausea and fainting. If you are bitten by an adder, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible.

School children learn about adder's habitat

In the United Kingdom, schoolchildren learn about adder's habitat as part of their ecology studies. For many children, this may be the first time they have ever seen an adder in the wild.

Adders are usually found near open areas such as heathland, meadows and woodland edges. They bask in the sun to warm up and then hunt for small prey such as lizards, frogs and newts.

Adders have a brown or black zigzag pattern down their backs and a characteristic reddish-brown stripe down their sides. They are not aggressive and will usually only bite if threatened.

Schoolchildren can learn about how to identify an adder and what to do if they see one. It is important to remember that adders are protected under UK law and should not be harmed or disturbed.

Rare adder spotted near ancient monument

This summer, a rare adder was spotted near the ancient monument of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England. The adder is Britain's only venomous snake so it was cause for some concern when it was seen slithering around the popular tourist destination.

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument that has been around for thousands of years and is a site of religious and spiritual importance to many people. It's no surprise then that visitors were alarmed when they saw the adder nearby.

Fortunately, the adder posed no threat to anyone and eventually slithered away into the undergrowth. Experts believe that it may have been drawn to the site by the mice and other small animals that live there.

This isn't the first time that an adder has been spotted near Stonehenge. In fact, they are quite common in the area and usually prefer to avoid humans. However, with over one million visitors flooding through Stonehenge each year, it's inevitable that at least a few of them will encounter Britain's only venomous snake.

So, if you're visiting Stonehenge this summer, be on the lookout for snakes! They may be rare, but they're definitely not something you want to encounter on your holiday.

Adder caught on camera in Devon

A recent video filmed in Devon has captured a rare sight - an adder in the wild. The footage, shot by Phillipa Slinger, shows the snake slithering across a footpath in a residential area.

This is only the second time an adder has been caught on camera in Devon in recent memory, according to local experts. Adders are shy and often secretive creatures, so it's not unusual for them to go unnoticed by people.

They're also not particularly dangerous, as they usually try to avoid contact with humans. However, they can deliver a painful bite if provoked, so it's best to give them a wide berth if you see one out in the open.

Adders are native to the UK and can be found throughout most of the country. They prefer woodlands and heaths, but can also be found in grassland and even urban areas.

They grow to an average length of around 60 cm (2 ft), but can reach up to 85 cm (3 ft). They're slender snakes with a distinctive brown or black zigzag pattern down their backs.

Their diet consists mostly of small mammals, such as mice and voles, but they'll also eat lizards, frogs and birds.

What to do if you are bitten by an adder

If you are bitten by a snake, the most important thing is to stay calm. Many people panic when they are bitten, which can lead to further problems.

Once you have assessed the situation, you need to try and identify the snake. If you can do this, it will help with treatment. Some snakes are venomous and some are not - so it is important to know which one has bitten you.

Once you know the type of snake, you need to seek medical attention. Do not try and treat the bite yourself as this could make matters worse. If the snake is venomous, anti-venom will be required - so it is important to get help as soon as possible.

If you are not able to identify the snake, or if it is venomous, then you should go to hospital immediately. The hospital staff will be able to provide the correct treatment for you.