Canadian Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Network
NWRC, Raven Rd Carleton University
Ottawa, ON K1A0H3
Phone: 613-998-6690
Fax: (613) 998-0458
Web: http://www.carcnet.ca

What is CARCNET?
No one wants a silent spring, the calls of frogs and toads which harbinger another spring in Canada are being lost as wetlands are filled in and pollution degrades habitats that still exist and populations of these animals disappear. Turtles, snakes and lizards are some of the most important animals within food webs in forests and swamps yet these animals are often persecuted, or their homes are paved over.

The Canadian Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Network (CARCNET) is working to reverse the trends in habitat loss and to better understand these cryptic creatures commonly known as frogs, toads, salamanders, turtles, snakes and lizards. Our organization represents the Canadian biologists who study, protect and educate people about amphibians and reptiles. At our recent annual meeting 60 presentations were made on the biology, and efforts to conserve reptiles and amphibians. We help to coordinate public involvement in frog and toad monitoring programs across Canada. Other organizations such as Environment Canada and the World Wildlife Fund seek our advice on how to preserve Canadian ecosystems for frogs, toads, salamanders, turtles, snakes and lizards. We are currently developing a system to designate Important Reptile Areas and Important Amphibian Areas in Canada to raise about the areas that are special for these animals.