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Distribution, Diversity and Conservation: Amphibians in the Biogeographic Context

2023-10-12T13:37:10-04:00October 11th, 2023|Amphibian Survival Alliance, Latest News|

Biogeographic realms are large regions of Earth’s landmasses where distinct ecological communities have evolved. Each realm contains a unique assemblage of flora and fauna shaped by climate, geography, and history.

Understanding this nexus between biogeographic realms and amphibian distribution enables the Amphibian Survival Alliance (ASA) to be more targeted and […]

Tomorrow’s leaders in amphibian conservation: Why they matter

2023-10-10T08:57:21-04:00October 8th, 2023|Amphibian Survival Alliance, Future Leaders of Amphibian Conservation Updates, Latest News|

The future of amphibian conservation is multi-faceted. It’s not just about science or policy. It’s about people, too. A new generation of dedicated young leaders is rising. They bring fresh energy, innovative viewpoints, and urgency to global challenges. But why do these emerging leaders matter so much? And how are […]

Amphibian Survival Alliance at Frog Con 2023: A Leap Forward for Frog Conservation

2023-10-16T11:18:41-04:00October 6th, 2023|Amphibian Survival Alliance, Events, Future Leaders of Amphibian Conservation Updates, Latest News|

We are thrilled to announce that the Amphibian Survival Alliance (ASA) will be participating in Frog Con 2023, an online convention dedicated to celebrating and conserving frogs. The event will take place from October 13-23, 2023, and aims to bring together a community of frog enthusiasts for a week of […]

Amphibians in focus: The Second Global Assessment and what it means for conservation

2023-10-04T16:38:03-04:00October 4th, 2023|Amphibian Survival Alliance, Latest News|

Today marks a significant moment for amphibians globally. The “State of the World’s Amphibians: The Second Global Amphibian Assessment” (SOTWA GAA2) is now available. This report is more than a collection of data; it’s a comprehensive resource that will inform our conservation strategies moving forward.

The report is […]

Climate change emerges as major driver of amphibian declines globally, according to watershed paper published in Nature

2023-10-04T14:18:25-04:00October 4th, 2023|Amphibian Survival Alliance, Latest News|

Study by more than 100 researchers also finds that salamanders are the most threatened group of amphibians and new emerging disease could have devastating results for salamanders in the United States and Europe.

Habitat destruction and disease are both well-documented causes of the decline of amphibians—among the most threatened […]

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