The UK Adder

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1. The female adder is larger than the male. True False

2. Does the adder lay eggs or give birth to live young? Depends on the time of year Lay eggs Give's birth to live young Both

3. In what habitat would you most likely find the adder? Moorland Woodland All of these Heathland

4. What is an easy way to identify the adder? The green spots on its side The yellow underside Zigzag markings along the back Black eyes

5. If you were unlucky enough to get bitten by an adder, what should you do? Nothing Get medical help as soon as possible Wait and see what happens Suck out the posion

6. The adder will use venom as a last means of defense? True False

7. What does the adder eat in general? Small rodents Anything it can catch Hedgehogs Grass

8. In what month does the adder come out of hibernation? March May April June

9. What is another name for the adder? Viper Slow Worm Grass Snake Zig Zag

10. The adder can be found in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. True False