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This is a list of reptiles of Pennsylvania as listed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. [1] As of 2024, there are 38 native reptiles in Pennsylvania. The species are listed as in the PFBC list, with the exception of introduced species, which are derived from other sources. Notes on ranges provided by Pennsylvania Amphibian & Reptile ...
[nb 8] [nb 9] Eighteen states name a reptile at the species level, [nb 10] two a genus, [nb 11] and seven a subspecies. [nb 12] The species most frequently adopted as a state reptile is the painted turtle, with four states designating it: Colorado (the western subspecies), Illinois, Michigan, and Vermont.
This is a list of amphibians of Pennsylvania as listed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. [1] Notes on ranges provided by Pennsylvania Amphibian & Reptile Survey. [2] Pennsylvania has 41 native species of amphibians, with 23 salamanders and newts, and 18 species of frogs and toads.
Clyde Peeling's Reptiland is a zoo in Allenwood, Pennsylvania. Opened in 1964, it specializes in reptiles and amphibians. [1] The zoo houses mambas, cobras, vipers, pythons, and other snakes, as well as alligators, tortoises, lizards, and frogs. [2] Reptiland has been an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since ...
The federal Endangered Species Act was enacted on Dec. 28, 1973. Fifty years later, Pa. wildlife experts discuss the successes and challenges.
Yes, some reptiles like to be touched and handled. Dr. MacMillan says: "Pet iguanas seem to enjoy this type of human contact, and many turtles will push into your hand for more if you are petting ...
List of Reptiles native to the United States by state or territory: . List of reptiles of Alabama; List of reptiles of Alaska; List of reptiles of American Samoa; List of reptiles of Arizona
The red-bellied turtle has appeared on Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission lists of endangered amphibians and reptiles since 1978 (McCoy 1985). By 1985 the red-bellied turtle was known to exist in Pennsylvania only in isolated colonies in a few counties (McCoy 1985).