Shakespeare Species Blindworm: Adder’s fork and blindworm’s sting. The Blindworm is another name for the Slow Worm, which is neither a snake nor a worm but a legless Lizard.
Shakespeare Species Quote of the Day, TORTOISE: Come forth, I say, there’s other business for thee. Come, thou tortoise. Tortoises famous for their slowness have a rich cultural heritage in many cultures. Common Tortoises are Vulnerable in the IUCN Red List.