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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

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Non-native reptiles

Non-native reptiles

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Published: 1st July, 2016

Updated: 25th August, 2020

Author: Abby Louis

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Non-native amphibians

Non-native amphibians

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Published: 24th June, 2016

Updated: 25th August, 2020

Author: Abby Louis

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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: 25th August, 2020

Author: Kim Boughey

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Published: 1st March, 2016

Updated: 17th December, 2020

Author: Kim Boughey

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