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What Reptiles and Amphibians Are Out in Wyoming in May
12 reptiles and amphibians are active in Wyoming in May, and 10 are at peak. Peak species include the Western Terrestrial Garter Snake, Gopher Snake, Greater Short-horned Lizard, and Boreal Chorus Frog.
Counted from iNaturalist research-grade observations recorded inside Wyoming. Seasons shift across the state, so for a closer match, pick your ecoregion.
Species out across Wyoming, by group and month
| Group | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snakes | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | |||||
| Lizards | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||||||
| Turtles | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||
| Frogs and Toads | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | ||||||
| Salamanders | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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.
Wyoming in May
What reptiles and amphibians are out in Wyoming in May?
12 reptiles and amphibians are active in Wyoming in May, and 10 are at peak. Peak species include the Western Terrestrial Garter Snake, Gopher Snake, Greater Short-horned Lizard, and Boreal Chorus Frog.
Are venomous snakes active in Wyoming in May?
Yes. The Prairie Rattlesnake can be active in May. Watch where you step and don't handle them.