Reptiles and amphibians have a wide range of activity times. Herps can be diurnal (active during the day), nocturnal (active at night), or crepuscular (active around dawn and/or dusk). Many species will have peak times of activity within those categories, and many herps vary their activity seasonally. This is a wide range of options, but there are some general rules of thumb that we can learn and apply. Many amphibians do poorly in excessively dry conditions, so will not usually be seen in the heat of the day during warmer months. While some may venture out periodically, especially during wet or overcast days, crepuscular and nocturnal activity is the norm for these moist-skinned animals.
This lesson is part of Certified Herpetological Guide. Enrollment is self-paced, with no deadline to finish (about 50 hours).
