Amphibian and Reptile Checklists of the United States

Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge

Port Angeles, Washington

AMPHIBIANS AND REPTILES

Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge is located on Washington's Olympic Peninsula on the shoreline of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The Refuge was established by Executive Order on January 20, 1915, as a resting and wintering area for migratory birds.

Wildlife watching in recent years has become an important outdoor recreation activity and can provide many hours of enjoyment in a natural environment. A good pair of binoculars or spotting scope will help you observe wildlife from a distance. By using equipment such as this you can observe the species in detail without disturbing it in its natural habitat.

AMPHIBIANS AND REPTILES

The amphibian and reptile population is relatively low in both numbers and species diversity at Dungeness. Animals that are present become quite active during the summer months, increasing the visitors chances of seeing them. The amphibians and reptiles that find sanctuary at Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge are listed below by family (solid lines).

AMPHIBIANS

___ Northwestern Salamander
___ Long-toed Salamander

___ Northern Rough-skinned Newt

___ Western Red-backed Salamander
___ Oregon Salamander

___ Boreal Toad

___ Pacific Treefrog

___ Northern Red-legged Frog

REPTILES

___ Northern Alligator Lizard

___ Valley Garter Snake
___ Puget Sound Garter Snake
___ Dusky Garter Snake
___ Northwestern Garter Snake

Please report any unusual sightings to the address below. For more information, contact:

                     Refuge Manager
                     Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge
                     33 South Barr Road
                     Port Angeles, Washington 98362
                     Telephone: 360/457-8451

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