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SSAR Journals
Journal of Herpetology is an international peer-reviewed, quarterly publication of the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles produced continuously since 1968. This journal publishes … Read More
Species Names
SSAR Press Release: The 9th edition has launched on 31 March 2025! The Standard Names for North American Amphibians and Reptiles Committee is proud to announce the launch of the 9th edition of … Read More
Latest News
Affordable Childcare at JMIH 2026
We are delighted to announce that childcare will be available for attendees at the 2026 Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists in New Orleans. Free childcare is open to everyone, with a $50 deposit to hold your child's spot for the entire conference. Attendees can sign up during … [Read More...]
2026 JMIH Registration and Conference Mentorship Program
Are you presenting at the 2026 Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists & Herpetologists? Remember to register by May 22 on the JMIH website. Early registration rates are available through June 7 for all other attendees. Whether you're a JMIH-veteran or first-time attendee, please consider joining the … [Read More...]
Call to advertise positions in the new herp-labs recruiting spreadsheet
Faculty who are recruiting students for the 2027-2028 academic year (or postdocs to begin any time) can fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfATm8QsceTpi6tJ56tF4-SIcrGxIcTh4d15cUY0xcUqfHXJA/viewform?usp=header The form populates a view-only spreadsheet that prospective … [Read More...]
Now accepting donations for the SSAR Live Auction and SSAR Silent Auction
The Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles will hold Live and Silent Auctions at the Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 8–12th, 2026. We are glad to accept any herp-related donations, including but not limited to: frameable art (photographs, … [Read More...]
SSAR’s MISSION
Ranitomeya amazonica, Peru. Photo by Brad Wilson
Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR), a not-for-profit organization established to advance research, conservation, and education concerning amphibians and reptiles, was founded in 1958. It is the largest international herpetological society, and is recognized worldwide for having the most diverse program of publications, meetings, and other activities.