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A Spring-time rush of policy activity in England

Herpetologically, Spring is associated with mating amphibians and getting the first glimpses of reptiles as they emerge from hibernation, but the last few weeks has also seen the culmination of a series of policy development exercises >>>

Farming and our Amphibians and Reptiles

Farms have always provided important homes for Britain’s amphibians and reptiles. Indeed the ’low intensity agriculture’ characterised by mixed farming creating an environment peppered with ponds... >>>

The Great Easter Newt Hunt 2012!

So spring is finally with us with a splash! Amphibians are breeding now over most of the country and it’s nearly time again for the Great Easter Newt Hunt! >>>

Amphibian and Reptile ID iPhone app Released!

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) staff have recently been working with popular smartphone and tablet app developers Isoperla and the Amphibian and Reptile Groups – UK (ARG-UK) to develop a new app for iPhone and iPad platforms >>>

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SPOTLIGHT ON

Natterjack toad calling - nationwide survey

Help to discover new natterjack toad populations by taking part in a nationwide survey this spring!

Professional Training Courses 2012

Visit our training page for details about training courses being run by ARC and partners in 2012. 

Herpetofauna Workers Meeting 2012

The hugely successful Herpetofauna Workers Meeting 2012 was held at the Telford International Centre, Shropshire on Saturday 28th to Sunday 29th January with Nick Baker Naturalist & Broadcaster as Keynote Speaker. For more information  click here.

Amphibian and Reptile ID iPhone app Released!

Download the app now by scanning the QR code below or click here to go to the Apple App Store!