Conservation Projects

Engaging communities to protect Estonia's herpetofauna.

A large lizard rests on a grassy patch surrounded by dried leaves and branches. Dense, verdant foliage and trees form the backdrop, providing a natural, earthy setting.
A large lizard rests on a grassy patch surrounded by dried leaves and branches. Dense, verdant foliage and trees form the backdrop, providing a natural, earthy setting.
Habitat Restoration

Reviving wetlands, forests, and grasslands for species.

A small reptile, possibly a lizard, resting on a gray concrete surface with green foliage in the foreground and a body of water in the background.
A small reptile, possibly a lizard, resting on a gray concrete surface with green foliage in the foreground and a body of water in the background.
Research Initiatives

Collecting data to inform conservation strategies.

A lush, green forest area with dense foliage and several large trees. A fence is present in the foreground, and there is a sign with the words 'Penangkaran Bulus' in the background. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a serene and natural atmosphere.
A lush, green forest area with dense foliage and several large trees. A fence is present in the foreground, and there is a sign with the words 'Penangkaran Bulus' in the background. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a serene and natural atmosphere.
A lizard rests on a textured, fallen tree trunk surrounded by lush green vegetation. A small rock and various plants with broad leaves are present, growing in dark, moist soil.
A lizard rests on a textured, fallen tree trunk surrounded by lush green vegetation. A small rock and various plants with broad leaves are present, growing in dark, moist soil.
Education Programs

Empowering the public to safeguard native species.

Advocacy Efforts

Promoting policies for amphibian and reptile protection.

Conservation Gallery

Explore our efforts in safeguarding Estonia's amphibians and reptiles.

A coiled snake resting on a bed of mulch, surrounded by natural elements like a small green plant, rocks, and tree bark. The environment suggests a natural habitat setup, possibly for a terrarium or an exhibit.
A coiled snake resting on a bed of mulch, surrounded by natural elements like a small green plant, rocks, and tree bark. The environment suggests a natural habitat setup, possibly for a terrarium or an exhibit.
A large iguana rests on a rock surrounded by lush green grass and tropical foliage. A textured wooden branch and stones create a naturalistic habitat with warm lighting enhancing the scene's earthy tones.
A large iguana rests on a rock surrounded by lush green grass and tropical foliage. A textured wooden branch and stones create a naturalistic habitat with warm lighting enhancing the scene's earthy tones.
A small, vibrantly colored frog with brown and white patterns is resting on a damp soil surface surrounded by lush green leaves and foliage, creating a natural and humid environment.
A small, vibrantly colored frog with brown and white patterns is resting on a damp soil surface surrounded by lush green leaves and foliage, creating a natural and humid environment.
A leopard is resting against a large red termite mound in a dry grassy landscape. Its spotted coat blends with the surrounding dried grass, emphasizing its camouflage in the natural habitat.
A leopard is resting against a large red termite mound in a dry grassy landscape. Its spotted coat blends with the surrounding dried grass, emphasizing its camouflage in the natural habitat.

The Eesti Herpetoloogia Selts is making a real difference in conserving our native amphibians and reptiles. Their work inspires community involvement and awareness.

Anna K.

A large tortoise is resting on a concrete surface with its head and legs partially retracted into its shell. The background includes greenery and a vehicle parked nearby.
A large tortoise is resting on a concrete surface with its head and legs partially retracted into its shell. The background includes greenery and a vehicle parked nearby.

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