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Non-natives


A surprising number of alien, or non-native, amphibian and reptile species are present in the wild in the UK today. Species present range from unwanted pet terrapins, surviving as non-breeding animals, to long-established, breeding populations such as midwife toads and wall lizards. Whilst in most cases, introduced species do not thrive as they are not adapted to their new environments, of a minority that can survive in their new home some can impact upon native species. Amphibian and Reptile Conservation has produced an illustrated guide to the alien amphibian and reptile species in the UK. 

Download our guide to alien amphibian and reptile species in the UK

Download our amphibian identification guide!

Download our reptile identification guide!

And don't forget to REPORT YOUR SIGHTINGS! You can record your non-native species sightings via Record Pool.

Non native species and pets FAQ

Non native species and pets FAQ

Frequently asked questions about pets and non natives! Read more

Published: 24th March, 2023

Updated: 27th March, 2023

Author: Shane Gausden

Non-native reptiles

Non-native reptiles

Information about non-native reptiles Read more

Published: 1st July, 2016

Updated: 10th March, 2022

Author: Abby Louis

Non-native amphibians

Non-native amphibians

Information on non-native amphibians Read more

Published: 24th June, 2016

Updated: 10th March, 2022

Author: Abby Louis

Escaped pet snakes

Escaped pet snakes

Is the snake I've found an escaped pet? What to do if you find a non-native snake. Read more

Published: 20th June, 2016

Updated: 5th January, 2023

Author: Kim Boughey

Report your sightings!

Report your sightings!

Let us know which amphibians and reptiles you've seen Read more

Published: 1st March, 2016

Updated: 31st March, 2022

Author: Kim Boughey

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