• 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)

    Contact Us

    We welcome anyone who wants to join us in the fight to save amphibians AF Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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These are the folks that bring dynamic, inspiring and education programs to our younger learners through Critter Camp, Critter Class, Critter Cafe, home-school programs, field trips, birthday parties, and virtual, online learning programs. You can learn more about those programs here.


Ana Sparks

Ana Sparks

Virtual Educator
Jason Winhold

Jason Winhold

Educator
Jess Thompson

Jess Thompson

Educator
Maryann Barbon

Maryann Barbon

Junior Master Herpetologist Lead Instructor
Tess Yaney

Tess Yaney

Educator
Erin Shebish

Erin Shebish

Virtual Education Administrator

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)