Hellbender Task Team

Promoting Conservation and Habitat Restoration Efforts to Secure the Future of Hellbenders in the Southeast

Task Team Purpose

The Hellbender Task Team focuses on the biology, conservation, and habitat restoration for hellbenders across the Southeast. This group works to address threats such as habitat loss, pollution, and disease while promoting public awareness and conservation strategies. Through collaboration and research, the team aims to ensure a stable and thriving future for these unique salamanders.

Past Meeting Summaries:

2020

2019

Hellbender Task Team Leaders

SEPARC Leaders

Michael Freake

Lee University

mfreake@leeuniversity.edu

Morgan Harris

morganrh@vt.edu

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SEPARC Task Teams

SEPARC's task teams focus on specific conservation issues related to amphibians and reptiles in the southeastern United States. These teams consist of volunteers who work on projects such as habitat restoration, research, education, and policy advocacy. Each team addresses a unique aspect of conservation, aiming to protect and preserve reptile and amphibian populations through collaborative efforts and community involvement.