SSAR strives to have the most current checklist of North American species names available by providing a fully searchable and accessible database. The contents are the work of the Scientific and … Read More
Research, Conservation, Education
SSAR Species Names Database
Conservation
To conserve amphibians and reptiles, we must understand life histories; to plan for species and ecosystem recovery, we must know the reasons for decline and take a long term approach. SSAR strongly supports the … Read More
Reading Blogs
Here are some of the herp-related blogs we're reading! Have a favorite science-flavored amphibian and/ or reptile related blog that you would like to see here? Please drop us a … Read More
Latest News
2017 Biology, Management, and Conservation of North American Salamanders Training Course
Amphibian Ark and Zoo Atlanta are pleased to announce the 2017 Biology, Management and Conservation of North American Salamanders training course. The course will consist of five days of intensive training, including lectures, hands-on practical exercises, and fieldwork, with the goal of … [Read More...]
Snake Fungal Disease Training
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is offering training regarding snake fungal disease for its employees this fall. Interest has been strong for this topic so public webinars may be coming soon! … [Read More...]
Wanted: New SSAR Bloggers!
Are you a herpetologist? Do you like to write? Blog with SSAR! We are always seeking people to write new blog posts for our website. Topics should include SSAR-relevant news items such as job openings, new and interesting herpetological publications, SSAR-specific society updates, … [Read More...]
SSAR’s MISSION
Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR), a not-for-profit organization established to advance research, conservation, and education concerning amphibians and reptiles, was founded in 1958. It is the largest international herpetological society, and is recognized worldwide for having the most diverse program of publications, meetings, and other activities.
Ranitomeya amazonica, Peru. Photo by Brad Wilson