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What Reptiles and Amphibians Are Out in West Virginia in February

9 reptiles and amphibians are active in West Virginia in February, and 7 are at peak. Peak species include the Eastern Newt, Eastern Red-backed Salamander, Spring Peeper, and Wood Frog.

Counted from iNaturalist research-grade observations recorded inside West Virginia. Seasons shift across the state, so for a closer match, pick your ecoregion.

Species out across West Virginia, by group and month

Group
Snakes14910101010982
Lizards22222221
Turtles33332231
Frogs and Toads2678877751
Salamanders26121414121112121072

Numbers = species active that month (at peak or just starting / winding down).

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At peak in February 7

Frogs and Toads

Salamanders

Shoulder season in February 2

Snakes

Salamanders

Peak 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.

West Virginia in February

What reptiles and amphibians are out in West Virginia in February?

9 reptiles and amphibians are active in West Virginia in February, and 7 are at peak. Peak species include the Eastern Newt, Eastern Red-backed Salamander, Spring Peeper, and Wood Frog.

Are venomous snakes active in West Virginia in February?

No venomous snakes on this list are active in West Virginia in February.