Throughout the bay, the green lizard Lacerta biliniata resides in the warm sandy areas. During the winter months these animals hibernate in burrows, but during warm spring days and throughout the summer they can be seen basking in clearings at the edge of vegetation or at the sides of paths. Well camouflaged in their black speckled, iridescent green skins, you often only hear a rustle as they scurry off at your approach. With some patience however, you may well be rewarded with a good view.
Although very seldom spotted, the grass snake Natrix natrix is also present.
During the spring there is a wonderful display of Narcissus spp. and many varieties continue to thrive having been introduced with garden waste many years ago. Over 25 different types of daffodils have so far been counted throughout the area.
Along the footpaths during the summer months it is possible to see the deep pink pyramidal orchid Anacamptis pyramidalis in flower.
Les Mielles is being used as a ‘safe haven ’ for threatened species of plant such as the Jersey pink Dianthus gallicus and the longleaf Falcaria vulgaris . Compounds have been constructed for these plants to ensure their safety and subsequent survival.
Recommended Reading if this is of interest to you:
La Mielles Nature Reserve Walk
