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Creekside Interesting things can often be found in woodland streams. ![]()
The Huge Slug of the Day | Everybody loves gigantic gastropods! Click here to see another pic ![]()
Woodland Wonder | The Ensatina (Ensatina eschscholtzi) is a salamander that can be found under rocks and rotting logs. When threatened, it assumes a stiff-legged stance, with its tail elevated and arched. ![]()
Hundred-legger | There were several of these colorful yellow and black millipedes in the places where I was herping. ![]()
Sleeping on the Job | This fence lizard was taking a daytime snooze under a rock, making it easy to catch. ![]()
Field Herping | Open fields with rocks are good habitats to explore. ![]()
Lazy Sunday | There was quite a bit of non-herp wildlife to be seen, such as turkey, birds of prey, skunks, fox and deer. This doe was relaxing and apparently untroubled by my presence. ![]()
Champion Climber | The Arboreal Salamander (Aneides lugubris) can be found in trees, climbing as high as 60 feet. It can sqeak like a mouse and unlike most salamanders, it bites. They can grow to over 7 inches in length. Click here to see another pic ![]()
Ring Around the Neck | The Pacific Ringneck Snake (Diadophis puntatus amabilis) is a small, slender serpent with a distinctive ring of color around its neck. They are a secretive species. Click here to see another pic ![]()
Bright Bottom | These snakes will often twist their tail into a corkscrew-like shape and elevate it to frighten predators. The undersides of ringneck snakes are brilliantly colored. Click here to see another pic ![]()
Snake Fan | Connie, age 2, holds her first snake. Click here to see another pic ![]()
Here's Where the Story Ends | Thanks to everyone who provided hospitality and help on this California quest! |