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Reptiles & Amphibians of Alaska
Because of the climate, Alaska has only a small amount of native amphibians. Alaska is home to several frog & toad species. Rough-skin Newts, Northwestern Salamanders, and Long-toed Salamanders round out the list of amphibians native to Alaska.
Adult frogs and toads lack tails and have hind legs that are larger and more robust than the front legs. Most have a well-developed ear and a voice used to attract mates, drive off intruders, and signal distress. Salamanders, like frogs and toads, typically have moist, soft skins and lack claws and scales. Unlike frogs and toads, the front and back legs of salamanders are similar in structure and essentially equal in size, and a tail is present even in adults
There are no Snakes, Lizards, or Alligators native to Alaska. That doesn't mean they are not found in Alaska, but very rarely and they are usually just visiting from the south. So rare, the last documented case a Garter Snake and that was 50 years ago.
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