List of amphibians and reptiles of Cuba

This is a list of amphibians and reptiles in the archipelago of Cuba. It includes 27 reptiles and 55 amphibians that are critically endangered. Many of these animals are threatened by loss of habitat and hunting.

This list includes both native and introduced (I) species.

Reptilia

Turtles

The island is home to one terrestrial turtle, while marine species often come and go on the beaches.

Crocodilians

The Cuban crocodile is found in the Zapata Swamp region and the Isla de la Juventud. The spectacled caiman is not native to the island and was introduced by pet traders.

Crocodiles

Caiman

Snakes

Lizards

Amphisbaenia

Amphibia

Frogs

Toads

References

  1. ^ Alfonso, Yasel U. "A Newly Discovered Population of the Cuban Ameiva, Ameiva auberi (Sauria Teiidae)".

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