TREE has partnered with Zoo Boise because we all share the same passion for maintaining amphibian diversity. Zoo Boise called 2008 "Leap Year" and joined an international movement to make 2008 "The Year of the Frog," because nearly half of all amphibians are threatened through habitat loss, climate change, pollution & fungal diseases. TREE is committed to determining the status and overall health of frog populations in Southwestern Idaho because amphibians serve as excellent indicators of environmental quality and stability. During the winter of 2009-2010 TREE members will be visiting local elementary schools to give presentations on amphibians and their blight. Then in the spring of 2010, students will be identifying native and exotic frog species, recording their calls, and pinpointing occupied habitats and breeding sites through GoogleMaps, here at TREEtrunk. In addition, TREE members will be presenting their findings to local schools and professional groups to increase awareness and get others involved.
Get involved in TREE's research, education and restoration efforts to help re-establish and maintain healthy populations of frogs, toads & salamanders so the young at heart will always be able to "jump for joy" when they see and hear these amazing creatures. Visit these links to learn more about what is being done.
Frogs: The Thin Green Line (Nature, a PBS 2010 film)VIDEO FrogWatch USA Amphibia Web Year of the Frog
Save the Frogs Global Assessment N. America Amphibian Monitoring Program