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Whiskeytown National Recreational AreaWestern fence lizard on a rock
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Whiskeytown National Recreational Area
Reptiles
Western pond turtle at the edge of a creek
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Western pond turtle (Actinemys marmorata)
Lizards, snakes, and turtles can be seen throughout the park during Whiskeytown's warm summer months. Seven lizard species, including alligator lizards, fence lizards, and skinks, and thirteen snake species are known to occur in the park. Whiskeytown Lake and its tributaries also provide ideal habitats for the Western pond turtle--a federal species of concern.

Download Whiskeytown's reptile and amphibian list (pdf, 48K)
Volunteers working during Earthday restoring native habitat.  

Did You Know?
You can help with habitat restoration at Muir Woods and Redwood Creek, by volunteering at one of our regular drop-in programs, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm. Call 415-383-4390 for more information.
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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST