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Rare Reptile and Amphibian Conservation

MassWildlife's Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program protects reptiles and amphibians listed as Endangered, Threatened, or of Special Concern in Massachusetts.

About 20 species of reptiles and amphibians are protected under MESA. This includes species of turtles, snakes, salamanders, and more. Because these species typically require a variety of habitat types, their populations are impacted by a variety of factors. Conservation programs, habitat protection, and education are critical to their long-term survival.

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Report Rare Species   Request Rare Species Information  

What you need to know

Rare Reptile & Amphibian Overview  Guide to helping freshwater turtles  Reptiles and Amphibians of Undetermined Status   List of Endangered, Threatened, and Special Concern species  Taking action: A new conservation effort for the threatened eastern spadefoot  Freshwater Turtles of Massachusetts  Snakes of Massachusetts 

Image credits:  Timber Rattlesnake, Crotalus horridus (Bill Byrne, MassWildlife)

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