There was much concern expressed on social media over the weekend when a large-ish sized snake was spotted slithering across the footpath on Portnalls Road in Coulsdon.
Slithering in suburbia: the Portnalls Road ‘python’ on the search for food and shelter
“Was just on a walk and saw a snake roaming the streets,” reported a startled member of the public.
“Looked pretty harmless but was quite shocked as I’ve never seen one locally. Does anyone know what sort of snake is this? And is it common?”
Among the dozens of replies, some suggested that the snake was a native grass snake. Others disagreed, saying it was too big and well-marked, and also dismissing any suggestion that it might be a slow worm. Continue reading
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