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Amphibians and Reptiles

Pacific Tree Frog These tiny frogs can be heard in many Sierra locales. They are especially common in the grassy area around Twin Lakes, so if you’re walking to these lakes be careful not to step on them. About 1 inch long, the frogs are brown or green with black eye stripes. Though called tree frogs, they have no special preference for trees and are just as comfortable on the ground or in the grass.

Snakes Several snakes live in the Tahoe area. Happily for area hikers, the rattlesnake is not common among them. The most common snake in the Tahoe area is the garter snake. It is about 2 feet long or less and slender with a tail tapered to a sharp tip. The garter snake has a black or gray upper surface with a yellow line along its back. While for the most part it is harmless, if handled it may discharge a foul-smelling liquid. Less common to this area is the rubber boa. A wonder to behold, this docile, harmless small brown snake is usually less than 2 feet long. With its smooth skin, it looks like a worm on steroids.