Herps of Occidental College

Here are some common reptiles and amphibians you might find on Oxy's campus.
Tips for snapping good identifiable pictures: Lizards are usually very fast, so if you see one approach slowly and quietly to not scare them away. Western fence lizards can be any where from brown to shiny blue. Alligator lizards bands can range from barely visible to very pronounced. Salamanders usually hide under rocks and logs in wet places, but be careful when turning over rocks and logs, you never know what you will find under those: there could be dangerous things. Look in the Sycamore Glenn for salamanders and other critters! Do not pick up herps if you do not know what they are, they may bite or be toxic. If you do pick one up, be sure to wash your hands after. less ↑