Amphibians of Crater Lake National Park

Moist west winds from the Pacific Ocean rise over the remaining slopes of ancient Mt. Mazama, dispersing a deep and long-lasting blanket of snow.

It is surprising that animals whose lives are so directly affected by cold temperatures exist under these conditions. Mother Nature has given these creatures an even greater tenacity to carry on the struggle for life, and long winters and short summers have become their lifestyle.....read more...

 Nature Notes From Crater Lake

• Food Habits Of Crater Lake Salamanders - Dr. D. S. Farner, 1946

• A Check List Of Amphibians And Reptiles Of Crater Lake National Park - W. S. Vincent, 1947

• First Record Of The California yellow-legged Frog In Park - W. S. Vincent, 1947

• Adventures With Park Amphibians - John W. Funkhouser, 1949

• Research On Salamanders - James Kezer, 1951

• A New Record In The Park For The Oregon Red Salamander - James Kezer, 1952

• A New Horned Toad Record For Crater Lake NP - Donald S. Farner and James Kezer, 1952

• The Mazama Newt: A Unique Salamander Of Crater Lake - James Kezer and Donald S. Farner, 1952

• Notes On Three Amphibians - Berry Campbell, Vol. 2 No. 2 - 1929