False Fer-de-Lance (Xenodon rabdocephalus)

The T.R.E.E.S center is ideally situated in the Maya Mountains, surrounded by National Parks and a variety of habitat types including multiple waterways that receive relatively low human disturbance. The combination of organic orchard, grassland patches, and mature broadleaf forest with riparian zones contribution to the large diversity of amphibians and reptiles species that can all be seen at the T.R.E.E.S center.

There have been little surveys

and studies of amphibians and reptiles in the Maya Mountains in the Stann Creek district. We are discovering many species that were not known to be found in this part of the country. The rare Maya Mountain Frog (Rana Juliani) and Blue Spotted Mecican Tree Frog (Smilisca cyanosticta) are come commonly seen at the center. So far we have 1 salamander species (IUCN; Near threatened), 1 toad species (IUCN; Least Concern), 8 frog species (IUCN; 2 Least Concern, 2 near threatened, 1 endangered) 12 lizards and 16 species of snakes (IUCN; 1 least concern). Come and discover all the species that have yet to be discovered at the T.R.E.E.S.

You can either come with a group or visit as an individual, our trained guides or the directors gladly take you herp watching and catching at the center. We offer day and night guided amphibians and reptile tours. The nights tours will take you take you through the trails and the rivers looking a variety of great herpetofauna. The center is equipped with field guides, snake hooks, vivariums and aquariums for all your herp needs.

If you are hoping to see new species of amphibians and reptiles  The hosting center is a must-see herp stop!

For a complete list of herpetofauna found at T.R.E.E.S click here T.R.E.E.S. Herp list (click-left mouse button)