USC Vernal Pool Field Guide

Species descriptions throughout this field guide are adapted from "A Field Guide to the Animals of Vernal Pools" by Leo Kenney and Matt Burne. available for order at this link

In the Susquehanna River Watershed the vernal pool indicator species are

Obligate Vernal Pool Species - require vernal pools for survival of the species

Commonly found around Vernal Pools

Amphibian Egg Masses

Annual Migration Pictures

Visit MA Natural Heritage to order a hard copy of the book "A Field Guide to the Animals of Vernal Pools" http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/nhesp/nhpubs.htm

For more pictures CalPhotos amphibians page which hosts photos of amphibians from throughout the world.