About PARC

Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC) is an inclusive partnership dedicated to the conservation of the herpetofauna--reptiles and amphibians--and their habitats. Our membership comes from all walks of life and includes individuals from state and federal agencies, conservation organizations, museums, pet trade industry, nature centers, zoos, energy industry, universities, herpetological organizations, research laboratories, forest industries, and environmental consultants. The diversity of our membership makes PARC the most comprehensive conservation effort ever undertaken for amphibians and reptiles.

Reptiles (alligators, crocodiles, lizards, turtles, the tuatara, and snakes) and amphibians (frogs, toads, salamanders, and caecilians) have suffered from a broad range of human activities, due in part to the perception that these animals are either dangerous or of little environmental or economic value. We know now that they are important parts of our natural and cultural heritage.

We hope that, after browsing through the PARC website, you will agree that reptiles and amphibians are worth our conservation efforts. Join the cause and sign up to become a member for free and attend a PARC meeting near you!

PARC is:

• a diverse group of like-minded citizens, professionals, and organizations
• an open forum for discussing herpetofaunal conservation
• a national and international conservation network
• a resource for everyone who values herpetofauna and their habitats
• based on local, regional, and national efforts
• an advocate of inclusive reptile and amphibian conservation

PARC is not:

• a competitor
• a funding organization
• a policy maker

PARC is a unique conservation network because:

• PARC includes all reptiles and amphibians
• PARC is habitat focused
• PARC includes all individuals, organizations, and agencies that have an interest in reptile and amphibian conservation
• PARC focuses on endangered and threatened species and keeping common native species common