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Pictured Rocks National LakeshoreA mantle of snow creates a winter wonderland at Sand Point within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Amphibians
A garter snake meanders through long grass.

NPS photo by Gregg Bruff

Garter snake

As would be expected at this northern latitude, herpetofauna are not numerous. Only 5 reptilian and 11 amphibian species are known to exist within the Lakeshore.

Among species present are American toad (Bufo americanus), spotted salamander (Ambystoma maculatum), spring peeper (Hyla crucifer), leopard frog (Rana pipiens), painted turtle (Chrysemys picta), snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina), eastern garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis), and northern redbelly snake (Storeria occipitomaculata).
The light tower and flagpole of the Au Sable Light Station stand proudly.  

Did You Know?
Located within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, the Au Sable Light Station is on the National Register of Historic Places. Constructed in 1874, the station beacon still shines over Lake Superior's frigid waters. The lamp is now solar powered.
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Last Updated: December 04, 2006 at 10:23 EST