In a release, the state Department
of Energy and Environmental Protection invites you to celebrate the “Year of
the Salamander,” in an event from 3 to 4:30 p.m. April 26 at the Kellogg
Environmental Center, Derby.
“Families and individuals are
invited to participate in a Salamander Search,” in the streams and wetlands at Osborndale
State Park, the release said.
“Come dressed for the weather and be
prepared to get a little muddy. We suggest shoes that tie rather than
slip-ons,” the release said.
Partners in Amphibian and Reptile
Conservation “proclaimed as the Year of the Salamander to raise awareness for
salamander conservation. DEEP is participating in this effort by shining a
spotlight on Connecticut’s 12 native salamander species throughout the year. “
“Other state and federal wildlife
agencies, along with several conservation organizations, are also partnering
with PARC to foster appreciation and understanding of salamanders. The
Kellogg Center is hosting this program to help residents become aware of the
salamanders in our area and their needs for survival.”
Kellogg Environmental Center
is at 500 Hawthorne Av. The program is offered free but donations are accepted.
For information, directions, or to register, call the center at (203)
734-2513 or email donna.kingston@ct.gov
. Editor's note: All information in this post was contributed.
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