Reptiles and amphibians of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve

A small number of reptiles and amphibians make their homes in the Lakeshore Nature Preserve.
The list below (in alphabetical order) will give you an idea of the kinds of creatures you might be able to see here.

We need your photos!

Some of our reptiles and amphibians have not been photographed in the Preserve yet. If you're able to photograph any of the missing mammals below, please send it to us so we can add it to this web page. Be sure to include your name, the place and date of the photo, and your permission for us to put it on this website.

See the phenology page for ideas on how to watch and record changes in the Preserve

American toad
Blanding's turtle (rare)
Garter snakes	Please send in your photo
Leopard frog
Painted turtle
Snapping turtle

Authors: Bill Cronon, using lists brainstormed by Ann Burgess, Cathie Bruner, Glenda Denniston, Rebecca Kagle, Susan Will-Wolf. Version 1a, 11/9/06.