CONSERVATION
Collaborating with CSIR-FORIG and the Zoological Society of London, Herp Ghana is pioneering the establishment of West Africa’s first captive
CAPACITY BUILDING
We train and support early career researchers and conservationist in Ghana and other West and Central African countries.
EDUCATION
Regularly organizing school awareness campaigns is a key part of our commitment to educating the younger generation.
Why Care About
Amphibians
Amphibians, including frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts, form a diverse group that shares the characteristic of breathing and absorbing water through their remarkably thin skin.
However, this unique feature, while allowing them to thrive in aquatic environments, also renders them vulnerable to harsh environmental conditions. The moist and permeable nature of their skin makes amphibians highly sensitive, whether in the tadpole stage or as adults, causing them to respond swiftly to even slight changes in their surroundings.
Our
Mission
Improve knowledge on amphibians and reptiles in Ghana and across West Africa through cutting edge research
Facilitate policy interventions relevant for amphibian and reptile conservation in Ghana and across West Africa
Instigate the adoption of conservation sensitive behaviors through innovative awareness raising programs among key stakeholders
Enhance in-country and regional capacity in amphibian and reptile conservation in Ghana and across West Africa
Implement practical on-the-ground science-based conservation intervention beneficial to biodiversity conservation in West Africa