​Great Crested Newt

​Reptiles 

Reptiles who make the forest their home include adders, grass snakes, common lizards and slow worms. These are most likely to be seen on a sunny day whilst basking, although they have a tendency to disappear before you see them.

Amphibians

Amphibians can be found in most of our water bodies. All three native newts - great crested, smooth and palmate newts - are found in Epping Forest, in addition to common toads and common frogs. The best time to see amphibians is in spring when they are attracting mates and laying eggs.