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An introduction to Scotland's amphibians and survey methods

Dr Neil's Garden and Amphibian and Reptile Conservation and delighted to welcome you to come to this FREE in person event at Duddingston Kirk (Edinburgh) to find out about Scotland's fantastic amphibians and an introduction to survey methods!
Non native species and pets FAQ

Frequently asked questions about pets and non natives!
Introducing ScotLINK, sustainable farming and Nature Champions

ARC works with Scottish Environment LINK (ScotLINK) to raise awareness of amphibians, reptiles and other environmental issues through a variety of initiatives
Making plans for Coastal Treasures

ARC's Species on the Edge project team met with their RSPB counterparts at RSPB’s Mersehead nature reserve to discuss future plans for the Coastal Treasures project.

Introducing ScotLINK, sustainable farming and Nature Champions

ARC works with Scottish Environment LINK (ScotLINK) to raise awareness of amphibians, reptiles and other environmental issues through a variety of initiatives
Making plans for Coastal Treasures

ARC's Species on the Edge project team met with their RSPB counterparts at RSPB’s Mersehead nature reserve to discuss future plans for the Coastal Treasures project.
Farmers and land managers urged to share Scottish adder sightings

Farmers and land managers are being urged to take part in a nationwide survey that seeks to better understand how Scotland’s adder population is faring.
Newt Conservation Partnership wins MOD Sanctuary Award

The Newt Conservation Partnership has won the prestigious Environmental Enhancement Award at the Ministry of Defence’s Sanctuary Awards for habitat creation and restoration work at Bicester Garrison.
What’s the point of I.T. at ARC?

ARC's IT Manager, Johnny Novy explains what place I.T. has in conservation and the many benefits it has to our work.
22nd European Congress of Herpetology

ARC are pleased to sponsor, and assist with the organisation of, the 22nd European Congress of Herpetology to be held 4-8 Sept 2023 in Wolverhampton.
Scotland's next generation takes the lead in community pond project

Pupils in Glasgow and the Highlands are leading the charge in preserving and revitalising their community ponds through a new citizen science project specifically for school children!
Awe-inspiring artwork and spellbinding snakes!

For World Book Day ARC's Education Officer, Owain Masters shares a story about a recent lesson he delivered using the "Lost Words, A Spell Book", as inspiration
Round up of the Herpetofauna Workers Meeting 2023

ARC Trustee, Howard Inns sums up this years Herpetofauna Workers Meeting held 4 & 5 February in Llandudno, north Wales
Record-breaking New Forest frog spawn sighting added to national survey

ARC's Senior Ecologist Paul Edgar spotted record breaking spawn in the New Forest, creating the earliest record of spawn in Hampshire.

Facts and advice on adder bites

Facts about adder bites and answers to frequently asked questions about prevention and treatment. This text is based on ARC’s research and experience, published evidence, and authoritative sources.
Slow-worm

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

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

Come and work for us! See our current vacancies.
Smooth newt

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

Frequently Asked Questions about... frogs and toads!
Common lizard

Where to find common lizards, how to identify them, their lifecycle and protection status.
Report your sightings!

Let us know which amphibians and reptiles you've seen
newts FAQs

Answers to some frequently asked questions about... newts!
Grass snake

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

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