Wildlife – Page 5 – River Island Conservancy

Least Concern

Sylvilagus floridanus

A widespread, medium-sized rabbit with rusty-brown fur mottled with black, and white fur on its bell...

Least Concern

Sceloporus undulatus

The Eastern Fence Lizard is typically colored in shades of gray or brown, and has keeled scales, wit...

Least Concern

Sciurus niger

The largest species of tree squirrels native to North America. Although the coloration of the Fox S...

Least Concern

Sciurus carolinensis

A tree squirrel with predominantly gray fur that may have a reddish tinge, a white belly, and a lar...

Least Concern

Sternotherus odoratus

A small turtle also known as thee Common Musk Turtle or the Stinkpot Turtle due to its ability to re...

Least Concern

Gastrophryne carolinensis

A small, burrowing toad-like amphibian with a distinct call. They are distinguished from true toads ...

Least Concern

Notophthalmus viridescens

The Eastern Newt is a common newt of eastern North America found in small lakes, ponds, and streams ...

Least Concern

Pantherophis alleghaniensis

A large non-venomous snake averaging 2ft-6ft in length. They have shiny black scales on their back a...

Least Concern

Juniperus virginiana

An aromatic evergreen often referred to as a “Red Juniper.” It has a narrow, compact crown, a t...

Least Concern

Cercis canadensis

An often ornamental tree with a short trunk, rounded crown, and pink flowers in the spring. The leav...

Least Concern

Papilio glaucus

One of the most familiar butterflies in the eastern United States. The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is ...

Least Concern

Vaccinium elliottii

An edible deciduous shrub found along riverbanks, thickets, and bottom land forests. The flowers are...