Citizen scientists make large-scale studies possible by providing data, time, and other resources at continental scales. These important volunteers engage in many actions that have important conservation outcomes, from teaching others to improving and creating habitat. Yesterday, we highlighted citizen science projects focused on monarchs and dragonflies – but maybe amphibians are more your thing!
iNaturalist Salamander Project
Covering almost every continent, salamanders are a very hard species to find in everyday life. This is where you come in. You can post observations of salamanders from across the world. This project will help biologists, herpetologists, etc. to see what species are still common: http://ow.ly/i8um30or6x6
Ohio Frog and Toad Calling Survey
In Ohio, naturalists have been documenting the occurrence of amphibians for over 160 years. A myriad of biologists have worked to determine how Ohio’s frogs, toads, and salamanders are distributed. The Ohio Frog and Toad Calling Survey uses the efforts of volunteers from around the state to conduct audio surveys at selected breeding sites: http://www.ohioamphibians.com/frogs/callsurvey/
Amphibians of Ohio ID Guide: http://ow.ly/hKGO30or6TB