The Eastern Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta) is the Maryland regional sub-species of the painted turtle which has Midland, Southern and Western relatives living in other parts of the United States. The painted turtle likes still ponds and waters, or marshes, … Continue reading
The Southern Leopard Frog (Lithobates sphenocephalus) is at the northern extent of its U.S. range in Maryland. The Southern Leopard is common in the southeastern part of the U.S. and is not found north of Maryland. Within the state, it … Continue reading
Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina) or the Common Snapping Turtle is an extremely widespread snapper that inhabits most of the United States, including all parts of Maryland. Turtles are common at almost all wildlife areas in Maryland, especially along the Chesapeake … Continue reading
The Eastern Fence Lizard (Sceloporus undulatus) is a medium sized lizard found across the state of Maryland. The gray lizard grows to less than a foot long (about 6 or 7 inches) and can be found across much of the mid-atlantic U.S. … Continue reading