The only snake found in the area is the Grass Snake. In early spring they can often be seen basking on the short turf of the Moat or on the banks of the Long Pits. Later in the season most sightings are of individuals hunting amongst the emergent vegetation of the pits.

Common Lizards are frequently seen in the drier areas and even in many of the gardens.

Newts are represented by the Smooth Newt. Although common in the surrounding area, Great Crested Newts are not found at the Long Pits.

Common Frog is not common and Common Toads are occasionally seen but the commonest amphibian by far is the large and very noisy Marsh Frog.

Marsh Frog

The first individuals of this species were originally introduced into Britain into a small garden pool at Stone-in-Oxney in the winter of 1934-35. Since then the population has increased and spread dramatically and they can now be seen or heard in many ditches and pools throughout Romney Marsh.