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WR High students well versed in frogs & snakes

WESTON RANCH – It’s the largest collection of native California reptiles and amphibians of its kind.

At Weston Ranch High, Mike Sutton has the necessary permits to gather and accommodate over 70 different species from throughout the state in his class room.

He’s a biology instructor and chapter advisor for the Society for Native Amphibian and Reptile Education or SNARE.

“There are 170 to 180 native reptiles and amphibians that can be found in California,” Sutton said on Friday. “We have one third (of the species).”

On Feb. 13, SNARE will be presenting a living display of the various species at the Bass Pro Shops in Manteca.

According to Sutton, this will mark the second year of his...Read more.