Find species descriptions, habitat information and distribution maps for NZ frogs, lizards and reptiles in the Atlas of the amphibians and reptiles of NZ.
The Herpetofauna database is the tool DOC uses to collate data on these species. You can help DOC by reporting sightings using ARDS (Amphibian and Reptile Distribution Scheme) cards.
This atlas provides species descriptions, habitat information, images and distribution maps. The observations cover over 100 species.
Learn how species information is collected and entered into the herpetofauna database and how you can report your species observations.
Threatened species classifications
The value of conservation
Report a sighting
For more information contact:Benno Kappers Herpetofauna Database Administrator herpetofauna@doc.govt.nz
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