• A m p h i b i a n F o u n d a t i o n

    A m p h i b i a n F o u n d a t i o n

    Passionate About Conservation
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  • The Amphibian Foundation

    is dedicated to connecting individuals, communities and organizations in order to create and implement lasting solutions to the global amphibian extinction crisis.
    We provide unique educational opportunities for all ages to learn about amphibians and inspire conservation.
    Established in 2016 by Mark and Crystal Mandica, we collaborate with partners in the fight against amphibian extinction. This page highlights all the people and organizations that have joined the Amphibian Foundation in their mission.
    Contact us
    562 7 RIBBIT (742248)

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    We welcome anyone who wants to join us in the fight to save amphibians AF Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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Duncan Irschick

Duncan Irschick

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
John Jensen

John Jensen

Georgia Department of Natural Resources (retired)
Harold Mitchell

Harold Mitchell

US Fish and Wildlife Service
Susan Walls

Susan Walls

USGS - Amphibian Research & Monitoring Initiative
Andrew Gray

Andrew Gray

Curator of Herpetology - The Manchester Museum



The Amphibian Foundation Logo

The Amphibian Foundation Logo

Larval Flatwoods Salamander

The Amphibian Foundation logo, which was drawn by AF Founder Mark Mandica, is a stylized depiction of the larval form of the Frosted Flatwoods Salamander (Ambystoma cingulatum). Salamanders in this family (Ambystomatidae) include the Spotted Salamander (A. maculatum), the Marbled Salamander (A. opacum) and the Axolotl (A. mexicanum)