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.
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.
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.
Brain Youth Group has ensured that a lot of natural mangrove forest has been restored through planting in Kenya.
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.
Each year, Herpetofauna foundation awards various grants related to education, conservation, and research.
Ardgard Essau Mwamgeni investigates the dietary composition of two Critically Endangered Frogs (Callulina hanseni and Callulina meteora). This study will reveal the feeding ecology of these animals and therefore aid in better protection strategies on habitat for these amazing animals and similar species in related habitat.
€1000
Mhd Muhajir Hasibuan studies the critically endangered Bleeding toad ( Leptophryne cruentata). This study focusses on bioacoustics of these animals in relation to their changing surroundings. With this data it will be possible to create better conservation strategies of these remarkable and beautiful species.
€1000
Mhd Muhajir Hasibuan studies the critically endangered Bleeding toad ( Leptophryne cruentata). This study focusses on bioacoustics of these animals in relation to their changing surroundings. With this data it will be possible to create better conservation strategies of these remarkable and beautiful species.
€1000
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