Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Reptiles and Amphibians in Distress

Turtles and snakes are often the victims of road collisions and lawn mower damage. If one is found, contact one of the reptile and amphibian rehabilitators listed below.

Notes on snapping turtles:

  • Snapping turtles come on land in June to lay their eggs.
  • They often choose spots in people's yards or near roadways to dig their nests.
  • It is best to leave them alone unless they are on a roadway or in other immediate danger. (How to help turtles across the road safely)
  • They should finish laying their eggs and leave within 24-48 hours.
  • Eggs hatch sometime in late summer/early fall. 

Persons authorized to handle and care for reptiles and amphibians

Canton

  • Roaring Brook Nature Center
  • 860-693-0263
  • Accepting reptiles, amphibians, small mammals, birds, migratory birds, raptors, vultures, corvids
  • NO rabies vector species, mice, rats, neonates, waterfowl

Glastonbury

North Branford

  • Angelina Carnevale
  • 401-316-2094
  • Only rehabbing turtles, including state-listed species

Plainfield

 

 

 

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Content last updated in October 2025.