Reptiles generally move slowly, and may even seek out the warmth of sunny summer pavement. Unfortunately, not only do they stand no chance of avoiding cars, most drivers never have the faintest idea they've killed these animals.

Snakes, lizards, turtles and other reptiles are shown below.

Snake

Along with a discarded cigarette, this snake has become roadway "trash".

Snake

Snake

I watched this snake day after day for a week before taking this picture of it in a dried out state. This snake was killed on La Madrona Rd. north of Santa Cruz.

Lizard

Lizard

Salamander

Turtle Turtle

This turtle waddled up from Granite Creek to Granite Creek Rd.

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