Amanda Dahlgren
Invertebraculturist and Lead Educator
Amanda is passionate about all animals, but has always gravitated towards the 'less-loved' varieties. Her first exposure to AF was the Master Herpetologist program, which quickly progressed into volunteering, teaching Critter Camp, before now her current positions.
Anthony Mandica
Collections Assistant
Anthony is a Co-Founder of the Amphibian Foundation, and a lifelong animal and wildlife enthusiast. In National Geographic magazine, Anthony (when he was 4) named the last known Rabbs' Fringe-limbed Tree Frog 'Toughie'.
Lacey Avery
Communications Lead
Lacey specializes in writing, editing, and communications strategy. She's covered topics like ocean research, wildlife conservation, and public health, and loves sharing AF's great work with others.
John Palis
Consulting Biologist
John is an exceptional biologist who has studied Flatwoods Salamanders for many years. He leads the Frosted Flatwoods Salamander sampling studies in South Carolina and assists in the field studies throughout their range.
Susie Masecar DVM
Veterinary Advisor
Dr. Masecar is a veterinary advisor for AF and has a diverse background in undomesticated species. She loves using veterinary medicine to advance wildlife conservation and has always been particularly fond of amphibians.
Jeffrey Weiss
Facilities Manager
Jeffrey is a professional handyman with a passion for herps and conservation. He joined the AF family as a student, later becoming a volunteer. As Facilities Manager, he constructed the new Amphibian Lab and regularly makes improvements to our existing labs
Tess Yaney
Photographer
Vahab Rajaei
Copperhead Hotline
Vahab has always been fascinated by reptiles + amphibians and is passionate about sharing that fascination through education and outreach. He hopes to help Greater Atlanta residents co-exist with Copperheads and recognize their ecological value.