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 … Read More
Research, Conservation, Education
Species Names Database
SSAR Journals
Journal of Herpetology is an international peer-reviewed, quarterly publication of the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles produced continuously since 1968. This journal publishes … Read More
Membership
Dedicated to herpetology and conserving amphibians and reptiles? Join the Society! Follow this link to complete your membership. SSAR has special membership rates for Students, … Read More
Latest News
Herpetological Review 50(3) available online!
2019 marks the 50th anniversary of Herpetological Review. The cover of this third issue takes a look back at the cover images published during the period of 2007 to 2012. Featured photographers were Michael Burger, Danté Fenolio, Paul Freed, Lee Grismer, Troy Hibbitts, William Lamar, Bill Love, Luke … [Read More...]
SSAR Seeks a New Treasurer
The Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles is seeking a successor to Ann Paterson, who has served most ably as Treasurer since 2013. The new Treasurer would take office in January 2020, or as soon thereafter as is practical. Dr. Paterson will be available to assist and to offer advice and … [Read More...]
Survey on Public Engagement
SSAR members can help out a PhD candidate at the University of Florida by taking a survey on their public engagement activities. Surveys must be completed by October 1. _________________________________________________ Dear SSAR members, My name is Kirsten Hecht, and I am reaching out to … [Read More...]
SSAR’s MISSION
Ranitomeya amazonica, Peru. Photo by Brad Wilson
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.