Amphibians & Reptiles of Washington - Burke Museum
WEBFind out and explore the diversity of the fascinating amphibians and reptiles of Washington state. Washington state is home to 25 species of amphibians (salamanders and frogs) and 28 reptiles (turtles, snakes and lizards).
Amphibians and reptiles of Washington
WEBThe main threat to Washington’s amphibians and reptiles is loss, fragmentation, and degradation of habitat from development, agriculture, forestry practices, roads, invasive weeds, and factors related to climate change. Other threats include pollution, diseases, and invasive animal species.
Rough-skinned newt | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
WEBIn Washington, rough-skinned newts occur primarily west of the Cascade Crest in the Pacific Coast, Puget Trough and West Cascades Ecoregions. They also occur east of the Cascade Crest in some areas of the East Cascades Ecoregion.
Rough-Skinned Newt - Burke Museum
WEBRough-skinned Newt will display bright colored underside when threatened. They are Washington state’s most poisonous newt. Toxins can cause mild skin irritation, but can cause severe symptoms if ingested, including paralysis and/or death. The iris in their eyes are yellow or silver. Threats.
Amphibians and reptiles - Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
WEBHop into the world of endangered species recovery as your learner colors and reads the story of the Northern leopard frog in North Central Washington. Washington is home to at least 25 species of amphibians (salamanders and …
Amphibians of Washington State - iNaturalist
WEBPresenting the amphibians of Washington State. Data on behalf of iNaturalist, Burke Museum online, and physical field guides; information gathered by Nick Andrews.
Rough-skinned newt - Wikipedia
WEBTaricha granulosa egg in moss observed near Pe Ell, Washington on May 22, 2017. Habitats of rough-skinned newts are found throughout the Pacific Northwest. Their range extends south to Santa Cruz, California, and north to Alaska.
The deceptively cute newt: 'You don't want to kiss them'
WEBFeb 24, 2003 · Rough-skinned newts are common from the Coast Range near San Francisco through the entire west side of Washington all the way to Southeast Alaska. They are found as far east in Washington as...
Animals in Winter: Rough-skinned Newt | SHADOW
WEBNov 30, 2018 · The rough-skinned newt, named for its rough granular skin, is a medium to large-sized newt with a rounded snout and bright orange underside. The rough-skinned newt is the most common salamander found in the Pacific Northwest and is amongst the five most common amphibians in Washington State.
Distribution Map - Roughskin Newt (Taricha granulosa)
WEBThe Roughskin Newt is most commonly found in moderately moist forests of conifers, and/or hardwoods. It has been found on Camano, Cypress, Lopez, San Juan, and Orcas Island. It may be found far from ponds after the breeding season.