FAQs about slow-worms: habitat threatened

All native UK reptiles are protected by law (Daniel Piec)

WILDLIFE INFORMATION SERVICE

Frequently Asked Questions about... slow-worms:

A slow-worm habitat is threatened, what can be done?

All native reptiles are protected by law against intentional killing and injury.

If any British reptiles are present on a development site, or a proposed development, then steps must be taken by the developers or planners to ensure individual animals will not be killed or injured. This often involves relocating the animals to a suitable habitat.

It is important to report any reptile sightings to your local Biological Records Centre and your local Amphibian and Reptile Group (ARG) so that consultants carrying out preliminary surveys are aware of their presence at the earliest opportunity.

If you suspect incidents where the law might be being flouted, please inform us.

More information:

Identifying reptiles. >>>

Find my Local Records Centre. >>>

Find my local ARG. >>>

Advice sheet: amphibian and reptile habitats threatened with development. >>>

Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime (PAW). >>>