Month by month
What Reptiles and Amphibians Are Out in Washington in December
11 reptiles and amphibians are active in Washington in December, and 3 are at peak. Peak species include the Western Red-backed Salamander, Ensatina, and Dunn's Salamander.
Counted from iNaturalist research-grade observations recorded inside Washington. Seasons shift across the state, so for a closer match, pick your ecoregion.
Species out across Washington, by group and month
| Group | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snakes | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| Lizards | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | ||
| Turtles | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Frogs and Toads | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Salamanders | 5 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 6 |
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.
Washington in December
What reptiles and amphibians are out in Washington in December?
11 reptiles and amphibians are active in Washington in December, and 3 are at peak. Peak species include the Western Red-backed Salamander, Ensatina, and Dunn's Salamander.
Are venomous snakes active in Washington in December?
No venomous snakes on this list are active in Washington in December.