Each Critters and Cabernet session lasts for 2 hours, and includes lessons mixed with live animal demonstrations and handling (if desired). There is, of course, no obligation to hold animals if you do not wish. The sessions occur in our glorious Amphibious AF Meeting Room, on the second floor of the Amphibian Foundation.Instructors are Amphibian Foundation […]
The Master Herpetologist Certification Program is offered at the Amphibian Foundation and instructed jointly between the Foundation, GA DNR and the Orianne Society. This intensive class provides an introduction to herpetology and equips participants with amphibian and reptile identification skills and general knowledge of frogs, salamanders, turtles, lizards and snakes — their life histories, habitat […]
We are excited to introduce the Critter Café to our educational program line-up this year. Critter Café is an informal educational experience for young ones (Ages 0-5) and their parents to learn about and experience reptiles and amphibians. Each month, a brief presentation is followed by lots of supervised handling time with salamanders, frogs, turtles, lizards, and […]
Snakes, lizards, turtles, and others comprise one of the most fascinating groups of vertebrates — the reptiles. There is hardly a group which inspires as much wonder, awe, and fear as this one. This course provides an exploration into reptiles beginning with how they arose on earth, and then discussing what they have been up […]
Structured course dates: 05/27-09/02 Online course: Currently available This intensive course provides an introduction to herpetology and equips participants with amphibian and reptile identification skills and general knowledge of frogs, salamanders, turtles, lizards and snakes — their life histories, habitat requirements and biodiversity. Course content includes classification and identification of amphibians and reptiles, 'herping' equipment, […]
Amphibians (frogs, toads, salamanders, newts, efts, olms and caecilians) are an incredibly diverse and interesting group. This course explores the taxonomy of the major types of amphibians; defining each group and the characters that unite them before examining their biodiversity and adaptations. This course is a deep dive into the biology, morphology, physiology, biogeography, and […]
Snakes, lizards, turtles, and others comprise one of the most fascinating groups of vertebrates — the reptiles. There is hardly a group which inspires as much wonder, awe, and fear as this one. This course provides an exploration into reptiles beginning with how they arose on earth, and then discussing what they have been up […]
Ever wondered how scientists get their start in the field? Looking for ways to get involved in research? Little to no experience in the field, or have little knowledge about animals? Maybe you just want to find some ways you can lend a helping hand? Well, we believe, all you need is the passion and […]
