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American Toad Bufo americanus

Conservation Status: LC

The American Toad next to the vulnerable Pitcher's thistle (Cirsium pitcheri) on the shore of lake Michigan.

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The Michigan Herp Atlas

The Michigan Herp Atlas provides a statewide, publicly accessible, editable database for the state of Michigan. Through the database, citizens can record their own past and present observations to help assess changes in populations over time and measure species health.

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The Numbers Matter! Your Observations Help.

We are collecting observational data about Michigan’s native amphibians and reptiles (collectively known as herpetofauna or “herps”) so we can document their distribution and changes in their populations statewide. The database provides information about species presence and population trends for conservation planning and habitat management.

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Total Records

34,379

Endangered Species Records

56

Threatened Species Records

3,672

Species of Concern Records

3,283

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We take pride in our community. It gives us our motivation to observe, document and protect.

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Jim Harding Herpetologist, Michigan Amphibians and Reptile Technical Advisory Chair, and Lecturer Emeritus Michigan State University
“The Michigan Herpetological Atlas is a critical resource for conservation and management of amphibians and reptiles in our state! It is the only comprehensive database for all species of herpetofauna in Michigan. It has been a primary resource in evaluating the protective status of several rare and declining species for the State of Michigan. I encourage folks to contribute to this program!”

Recent Records

Four-toed Salamander Hemidactylium scutatum

Conservation Status: Greatest Conservation Need

Autumn Baker - description goes here.
Four-toed Salamander Hemidactylium scutatum

Conservation Status: Greatest Conservation Need

Autumn Baker - description goes here.
Eastern Garter Snake Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis

Conservation Status: LC

Autumn Baker - description goes here.
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The Latest

Michigan Amphibian & Reptile Best Management Practices

May 16th, 2023 — Resources, Student Resources

HRM created the Michigan Amphibian and Reptile Best Management Practices (BMPs) Second Edition for EGLE, formerly the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), to provide an updated comprehensive guide to improve and maintain the viability of Michigan amphibian and reptile populations. Building off the information of the original manual, the Second Edition expands upon the success of its predecessor by incorporating expanded content sections and updated scientific research. Read More

Michigan Herp Atlas Brochure

May 23rd, 2021 — Resources

Several species that were recently common have experienced population declines or may be currently in decline. The Michigan Herp Atlas has become a valuable tool in monitoring these declining groups. This brochure can be printed and distributed to encourage people to submit to the Michigan Herp Atlas. Read More