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Dangerous Least Concern

Eastern Diamondback Rattler

Crotalus adamanteus

Large, heavy-bodied rattlesnake with bold dark diamond shapes outlined in lighter scales along the b...

Least Concern

Eastern Fence Lizard

Sceloporus undulatus

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

Least Concern

Eastern Fox Squirrel

Sciurus niger

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

Least Concern

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis

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

Least Concern

Eastern Musk Turtle

Sternotherus odoratus

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

Least Concern

Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad

Gastrophryne carolinensis

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

Least Concern

Eastern Newt

Notophthalmus viridescens

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

Least Concern

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

The Eastern Phoebe is a small, plump flycatcher measuring 5.5 to 7 inches in length with a wingspan ...

Least Concern

Eastern Rat Snake

Pantherophis alleghaniensis

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

Least Concern

Eastern Red Cedar

Juniperus virginiana

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

Least Concern

Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

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

Least Concern

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

The Eastern Screech-Owl is a small, stocky owl standing about 6 to 10 inches tall with a wingspan of...

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