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Updated regulations related to reptiles and amphibians have been approved by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. Public feedback was considered by CPW staff to help inform updated herpetofauna regulations. The PWC approvedfinal herpetofauna regulations at the March 4-5, 2026 PWC meeting.
Background
CPW is responsible for managing approximately 70 species of herpetofauna (reptiles & amphibians). Division staff, in collaboration with partners, monitor reptile and amphibian populations and determine conservation priorities, including as part of the State Wildlife Action Plan.
CPW regulations dictate which wildlife species, including reptiles and amphibians, may be kept by the general public. Regulations also allow for the collection and possession of some herpetofauna species from the wild, with restrictions.
CPW staff considered potential revisions to previous herpetofauna regulations, how relevant policies are communicated to the public, and the location of applicable provisions within regulations.
How was the Public Engaged?
A virtual public webinar was held on October 7, 2025 to provide an overview of current regulations and potential changes, gather initial data on public opinion related to wild herpetofauna collection, and answer questions. Following the public webinar, a feedback form was available through November 6, 2025.
CPW staff also held a stakeholder meeting on October 28, 2025. Attendees advised CPW staff on issues with current regulations and draft regulation development. Stakeholder participants included representatives from local and national organizations, including conservationists, reptile and amphibian rescue groups, reptile keepers, and animal welfare advocates. Technical experts in reptile and amphibian sciences and handling also participated.
Updated regulations related to reptiles and amphibians have been approved by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. Public feedback was considered by CPW staff to help inform updated herpetofauna regulations. The PWC approvedfinal herpetofauna regulations at the March 4-5, 2026 PWC meeting.
Background
CPW is responsible for managing approximately 70 species of herpetofauna (reptiles & amphibians). Division staff, in collaboration with partners, monitor reptile and amphibian populations and determine conservation priorities, including as part of the State Wildlife Action Plan.
CPW regulations dictate which wildlife species, including reptiles and amphibians, may be kept by the general public. Regulations also allow for the collection and possession of some herpetofauna species from the wild, with restrictions.
CPW staff considered potential revisions to previous herpetofauna regulations, how relevant policies are communicated to the public, and the location of applicable provisions within regulations.
How was the Public Engaged?
A virtual public webinar was held on October 7, 2025 to provide an overview of current regulations and potential changes, gather initial data on public opinion related to wild herpetofauna collection, and answer questions. Following the public webinar, a feedback form was available through November 6, 2025.
CPW staff also held a stakeholder meeting on October 28, 2025. Attendees advised CPW staff on issues with current regulations and draft regulation development. Stakeholder participants included representatives from local and national organizations, including conservationists, reptile and amphibian rescue groups, reptile keepers, and animal welfare advocates. Technical experts in reptile and amphibian sciences and handling also participated.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is considering updating regulations related to reptiles and amphibians. Please use this feedback form to provide input on reptile and amphibian regulations and collection alternatives to CPW staff. Feedback must be submitted through the form by the deadline of November 6, 2025.
*NOTE* In order to complete the form below, you will need to first register for an Engage CPW account - you can register for an accounthere. Once you have created an account, you must thensign into your account to complete the feedback form.
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