Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) and the British Herpetological Society (BHS) are pleased to announce the date of the 2026 ARC/BHS Joint Scientific Meeting!

Date: Saturday 28 November 2026

Time: 10:00–16:20

Venue: Bournemouth Natural Science Society, Bournemouth, BH1 3NS

This popular annual event showcases current research and conservation work relating to amphibians and reptiles. The meeting brings together researchers, conservation practitioners, students and enthusiasts for a day of presentations covering the biology, ecology and conservation of herpetofauna.

Call for Contributions

We are now seeking contributions to the programme. Talks are 30 minutes in length, including questions. We also welcome enquiries from potential sponsors and exhibitors interested in hosting a display table during the event.

To express interest in giving a presentation, please send a provisional talk title and a short description of the proposed content to: [email protected].

Further details, including the programme and booking information, will be announced nearer the event.

For now, please save the date and join us for another engaging day of amphibian and reptile science and conservation.