Reptiles and Amphibians of California's Journal

Journal archives for September 2019

September 7, 2019

California Celebrates Biodiversity Day with BioBlitz Events Across the State.

I'll be at Border Field State Park on Saturday morning at 8:30am! Anyone near is welcome to join up for iNatting! If you can't meet here, hopefully you can find a state park near you!

https://yubanet.com/california/california-celebrates-biodiversity-day-with-bioblitz-events-across-the-state/

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September 9, 2019

Butte County’s yellow-legged frog under threat.

CHICO — If you see something hopping around in Big Chico Creek, chances are it could be the foothill yellow-legged frog. This frog is currently being evaluated by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to possibly be placed on the state’s endangered species list.

https://www.chicoer.com/2019/09/09/chicos-yellow-legged-frog-under-threat/amp/

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September 13, 2019

Butte County’s western pond turtle: A reptile in trouble.

CHICO — The western pond turtle in Butte County is currently shaking in its shell, due to habitat alteration and introduced species that are killing off the local reptile.

https://www.chicoer.com/2019/09/12/buttes-western-pond-turtle-a-reptile-in-trouble/amp/

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September 23, 2019

Scientists track frog-killing fungus to help curb its spread.

Frog skin swabs reveal when and where the deadly disease has popped up in wildlife populations around the world.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/09/190923155128.htm

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