Orinoco Crocodile Project
This conservation project includes various activities that contribute to the recovery of the natural population. For example, eggs from nests in the wild are collected and incubated artificially.
Our projects focus on protecting and conserving reptiles and amphibians across the globe. Through a variety of conservation efforts, we aim to address critical threats such as habitat destruction, illegal trade, and climate change. Each initiative is tailored to the unique needs of the species involved, with the ultimate goal of ensuring their survival for future generations.
Through the generosity of many donors, the Herpetofauna Foundation supports a variety of projects internationally!
This conservation project includes various activities that contribute to the recovery of the natural population. For example, eggs from nests in the wild are collected and incubated artificially.
Brain Youth Group has ensured that a lot of natural mangrove forest has been restored through planting in Kenya.
The Snakebite Survival Fund can make a difference for many children around the world, as it can save their life and pay for their rehabilitation and other after-care.
We're very closely engaged in the work of the Jocotoco foundation which focusses on the conservation efforts of all species of Atelopus frogs in the area.
Given the important role of the king cobra the King Cobra Conservancy has been established. They focus solely on this species.
The trees in which these animals live, are also very important as corridors to get these lizards from point A to point B.
Cahuita Turtle Rescue aims to save the Leatherback seaturtle by taking turtle nests to safety and incubating the eggs in their breeding center.
The SPS is a team of volunteers who, having the right knowledge and equipment, are able to safely catch and move snakes.
Mirthe Aarts and Dickson Katana are doing research in Kenya into the populations of various viper species that occur in Western Kenya.
Locals often don't see the value of snakes. Kamal Devkota has started a project in which awareness plays a prominent role.
Within the Dutch Caribbean, the Antillean iguana (Iguana delicatissima) is only found on St. Eustatius, an island of 21 km2. The species is under great pressure from multiple threats.
An organization near the southern Spanish village of Tabernas dedicated to the conservation of tortoises, turtles and other reptiles. They do a lot of research and provide shelter for confiscated animals from the illegal circuit.
1StopBorneo Wildlife is active on the island of Borneo to preserve the local fauna.
Darevskia kopetdaghica, the Kopet Dag rock lizard, is a lizard whose status is virtually unknown. It is found only in North Khorasan in Iran.
This project aims to protect one of the most beautiful amphibians in the Netherlands. Populations are decreasing and threats to the population are ongoing.
The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology (or Croc Bank) is a world leader in the field of frontline conservation and the preservation of natural landscapes.
Bali Reptile Rescue volunteers are available day and night to catch king cobras as well as many other snakes. They also provide the animals with the necessary medical support.
The Malabar pit viper is a species endemic to India. However, very little is known about this animal, particularly regarding its population size.
This project provides training activities including environmental education for local communities to raise awareness of the importance of amphibian conservation.
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