Canadian Herpetological Society

A new book on the Freshwater Turtles of Canada is now available; written by a young Canadian, for Canadians of all ages in support of turtle research and conservation across the country.
CHS swag now available for purchase!
We are pleased to announce the opening of our online store, where you can purchase CHS tees with the online conference logo (as well as our regular logo) among other goodies. 10% of sales go to CHS.

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EDI Membership Initiative
CHS offers a free one-year membership for individuals belonging to traditionally under-represented groups

Initiative d'adhésion EDI
La SHC offre une adhésion gratuite d'un an pour les individus appartenant aux groupes traditionnellement sous-représentés

Welcome to the home page of the Canadian Herpetological Society (CHS).

The mandate of CHS is to foster research and conservation of Canada's reptiles and amphibians, collectively known as herpetofauna. This website provides information about Canada's herpetofauna, as well as resources to assist researchers and conservation professionals within Canada.

The Canadian Herpetological Society (CHS) is committed to ensuring herpetology in Canada is welcoming to everyone. We are aware that our field does not have an inclusive history, but we are working to change this. We acknowledge that barriers, including systemic discrimination in academia and elsewhere, have prevented equitable access to education, research, and job opportunities in herpetology. As such, we are committed to ensuring that the CHS is a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment for all herpers.

Canadian Species

Learn about Canada's amphibians and reptiles, including identification, where they live and their conservation status.
CHS Blog

The Drift Fence: Intercepting ideas, discoveries and (mis)adventures in Canadian Herpetology.
Publications

The Canadian Herpetologist is an annual publication produced by CHS.

Canadian Species

CHS Blog

Publications