State of Nature 2024 - Reptiles & Amphibians

The Common Lizard is currently the only species of recorded reptile on the Isle of Man and it’s population is believed to be stable. Common Lizards are found in a variety of habitats including woodland, brownfield sites, heathland and larger gardens and as they are cold-blooded, they require stone walls for basking. They are diurnal, spending their nights beneath piles of rocks or logs, or in small burrows underground. During the winter, they also hibernate in similar places.

At present we have two recorded amphibian species: the Common Frog and the Common Toad. Both require freshwater during their reproductive cycle and therefore are often associated with ponds and farm dubs.

We do not currently have any native newt species.