A diverse assmblage of reptiles and amphibians make Pine Island home. The mix of wet and dry habitats creates many niches for herps.
Here is what we have surveyed so far:
Amphibians
Green Tree Frog
Squirrel Tree Frog
Southern Leopard Frog
Bull Frog
Fowler's Toad
Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad
American Toad
Southern Toad
Green Frog
Reptiles
Snapping Turtle
Mud Turtle
Eastern Box Turtle
Chicken Turtle
Southeastern Five-lined Skink
Six-lined Racerunner
Glass Lizard
Cottonmouth
Rainbow Snake
Ribbon Snake
Rough Green Snake
Black Racer
Corn Snake
Black Rat Snake
Eastern King Snake
Outer Banks King Snake
Yellow-bellied Slider
Red-bellied Cooter
How you can help, right now
Stay in Touch with Pine Island
Learn about the bird conservation research taking place at Pine Island and find nature-focused events happening at this Important Bird Area along the Outer Banks in our periodic eBulletin.
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Protect the Sanctuary
Every donation will be used to protect the 6,000 acres of marsh complex within the sanctuary and the wildlife it supports.