The Herpetofauna of Adams County, Ohio

Abstract

Examination of museum collections and published accounts were combined with visits to Adams Co., Ohio, to determine the occurrence of reptiles and amphibians there. Nineteen salamander, 12 frog and toad, 4 lizard, 15 snake and at least 4 turtle species have been recorded in the county. This is more than has been recorded from any other county in Ohio and further substantiates the unusual nature of this part of Ohio.