Amphibian and Reptile Conservation is a national wildlife charity
(Registered Charity 1130188) committed to conserving amphibians and
reptiles and saving the disappearing habitats on which they depend.
Our vision sees amphibians and reptiles thriving in their natural habitats, and a society inspired
and committed to their conservation.
What we do...
Taking action
We lead on action plans to help reverse declines in reptiles and
amphibians. Amphibian and Reptile Conservation plays an active key role
to save important habitats like wetlands and heathlands.
Understanding threats
Roads, diseases, pollution, loss of habitat and climate change - all of
these issues pose real problems for amphibians and reptiles. Our
scientists identify solutions and priorities.
Protecting wild places
Amphibian and Reptile Conservation manages more than eighty reserves in
Dorset, Hampshire, Surrey, Cumbria and Norfolk.
Education and awareness
Our staff provide targeted advice and training for farmers and other
land owners, managers and consultants, as well as providing advice to
the public through our busy Wildlife Information Service. Our education
team work closely with children, teachers and community groups - making
sure that opportunities exist for young people to get involved in action
for amphibians and reptiles.
Pushing for change
In the UK, Overseas Territories and Europe, we are committed to ensuring
that new legislation and policy-decisions fit the needs of wildlife,
particularly amphibians and reptiles. We voice the needs of our
species, working to influence policy relating to agriculture, habitat
conservation, wise water-use and planning.
Everyone's invited Our campaigns and projects engage the public in conserving reptiles and
amphibians, encouraging new audiences to take part in actions to help
save these charismatic species.