The UK's rarest reptile
The Birdy Bug Pod · Matthew and Steve
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Show Notes
Elusive and secretive, the smooth snake is not often seen and therefore easily overlooked. However, this fascinating reptile is confronting increasing pressures that could make it even scarcer.
Join us as we shine a light on the lifestyle of this mysterious serpent, uncover the threats they are facing, and of course, highlight the remarkable conservation efforts dedicated to preserving our rarest reptile and it's habitat.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Catch up
00:03:22 Introduction to the smooth snake
00:15:09 Threats to our rarest reptile
00:24:30 Smooth snake & habitat conservation efforts
00:36:45 Wrap up
Links
Smooth snake | Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (arc-trust.org)
Snakes in the Heather: improving the prospects of smooth snakes and other heathland reptiles. | Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (arc-trust.org)
The effect of the climate crisis on UK reptile populations (froglife.org)
ARC celebrates smooth snake reintroduction anniversary with BBC Breakfast | Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (arc-trust.org)