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  1. What we do
  2. Conservation
  3. Saving species

Saving species

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation believes that special measures are needed to conserve species effectively.

Conservation initiatives focusing on habitats, ecosystems or processes – while often valuable – normally don’t take into account the particular needs of species. This species focus underlies our work; whether it is managing habitats, providing advice to other land managers or influencing legislation and policy.

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation champions the conservation of our amphibians and reptiles. We do this by working with the UK government, including the devolved administrations and agencies, to ensure that these animals benefit from biodiversity initiatives. We also develop and promote action plans and specific projects at local, country, UK and European levels. 

Reintroductions and captive breeding

We work with government, wildlife charities, landowners, scientists and others when we undertake reintroductions. Read more

Published: 10th May, 2016

Updated: 1st September, 2016

Author: Abby Louis

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  • Saving species

Saving species: Smooth snakes

ARC is currently finalising the Species Action Plan, monitoring and re-introduction plans to enhance the conservation status of this species. Read more

Published: 9th May, 2016

Updated: 12th December, 2017

Author: Kim Boughey

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  • Conservation
  • Saving species

Saving species: Natterjack toads

ARC is in the final stages of producing an up to date Species Action Plan which will set out how we can increase the size and range of natterjack populations in the UK. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2016

Updated: 12th February, 2019

Author: Kim Boughey

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Saving species: Sand lizards

The captive breeding programme involves a range of organisations including ARC, government agencies, volunteers, Marwell Wildlife, Chester Zoo and the Institute of Zoology. Read more

Published: 21st April, 2016

Updated: 16th April, 2018

Author: Abby Louis

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Saving species: Pool frogs

Originally there was much debate over the status of this species in the UK, but it has since been declared native. How this once extinct amphibian was reintroduced to East Anglia Read more

Published: 21st April, 2016

Updated: 4th June, 2019

Author: Abby Louis

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Saving species: Widespread species

Even though they are found in more places than the more restricted species such as natterjack toads, the widespread species often face problems. Read more

Published: 20th April, 2016

Updated: 12th February, 2019

Author: Kim Boughey

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Species Action Plans (SAPs)

Due to our skills, experience and knowledge base, ARC was appointed as Lead or Joint Lead Partner for all of the published amphibian and reptile Species Action Plans. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2016

Updated: 1st September, 2016

Author: Abby Louis

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  • Influencing policy & legislation

Great crested newt advice

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation has a range of advice designed to meet the conservation challenges. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2016

Updated: 26th November, 2018

Author: Abby Louis

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  • Slow-worm

    Where to find slow-worms (legless lizard), how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.

  • Report your sightings!

    Let us know which amphibians and reptiles you've seen

  • Adder

    where to find adders, how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.

  • Natterjack Toad

    Where to find the natterjack toad, how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.

  • Grass snake

    Where to find grass snakes, how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.

  • Great crested newt

    Where to find the great crested newt, how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.

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    Find contact details for our staff based across the UK.

  • Smooth Newt

    Where to find the smooth newt, how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.

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Natterjack Toad State of Nature Report

Report your sightings!

Let us know which amphibians and reptiles you've seen Read more

Published: 1st March, 2016

Updated: 4th June, 2019

Author: Kim Boughey

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  • Gardens & ponds
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  • Frogs, toads & spawn
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  • Newts

ARC e-News

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Published: 27th April, 2017

Updated: 6th February, 2019

Author: Kim Boughey

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