This cute fence lizard was found running up a tree. It was so camouflaged that it was difficult to see. This tiny, newborn crowned snake was found under a cover board. This little snake looks as if it has a black cap and a black collar. You guys did a great job identifying the animals using these handy field guides.
Wetlands are important habitats for living things.
Dressed in a poncho to represent a wetland, you can easily see examples of things that use wetlands as their homes. This huge redfin pickerel was one of the many types of fish we caught in the minnow traps. It was fun to observe the crayfish up close. Some of them were even too large for the viewers. This beautiful red salamander was hiding under a cover board near water since amphibians need moisture to stay alive.