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How do Maine?s Reptiles and Amphibians Survive Winter?
 When daylight is in short supply and temperatures drop, we huddle by the fireplace with our cups of hot cocoa and watch the out the window as the snow flies. With the new year in full swing, migrating birds have long since settled into their southern wintering grounds, and hibernating mammals have been catching Z's for months. But what about Maine's reptiles and amphibians?
Our wetlands, forests, lakes, and ponds are alive with herpetofauna in the warmer months, but in winter they seem to just disappear. Could it be they are all still here just hidden? We invite you to explore the winter world of herps in hiding in our latest blog and learn all about the fascinating strategies that help reptiles and amphibians survive and thrive in Maine's winters. From snuggling snakes to frozen frogs, their adaptations and resilience are sure to surprise you!
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