There a number of pressing issues faced by Alabama amphibians and reptiles; ALAPARC is supporting and/or facilitating several research and conservation initiatives to address some of these concerns.

Initiatives described here are a result of individuals:

1. expressing a specific interest in coordinated efforts and
2. taking the lead on running their conservation project.

We welcome your ideas for additional initiatives. ALAPARC will work with you to help ensure your efforts will be as productive and successful as possible.

Sean Graham holding a Hellbender

Current initiatives include:

Chytrid Initiative

Gopher Frog Initiative

Alabama Hellbender Initiative