Month by month
What Reptiles and Amphibians Are Out in Virginia in February
47 reptiles and amphibians are active in Virginia in February, and 29 are at peak. Peak species include the Eastern Red-backed Salamander, Painted Turtle, Pond Slider, and Northern Cricket Frog.
Counted from iNaturalist research-grade observations recorded inside Virginia. Seasons shift across the state, so for a closer match, pick your ecoregion.
Species out across Virginia, by group and month
| Group | ||||||||||||
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| Snakes | 4 | 12 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 16 | 7 |
| Lizards | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 3 | ||
| Turtles | 3 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 3 |
| Frogs and Toads | 8 | 9 | 15 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 4 |
| Salamanders | 8 | 16 | 19 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 16 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 13 | 7 |
Numbers = species active that month (at peak or just starting / winding down).
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shoulderPeak and shoulder ratings are rough guidance, not a schedule. Weather, elevation and the year can shift any species by weeks.
Rare and protected species are left off on purpose. Look, don't take, and never handle a venomous snake.
Virginia in February
What reptiles and amphibians are out in Virginia in February?
47 reptiles and amphibians are active in Virginia in February, and 29 are at peak. Peak species include the Eastern Red-backed Salamander, Painted Turtle, Pond Slider, and Northern Cricket Frog.
Are venomous snakes active in Virginia in February?
Yes. The Northern Cottonmouth can be active in February. Watch where you step and don't handle them.