Joint Meeting British Herpetological Society & Thames & Chiltern Herpetological Group

🦎🐍 **Join Us for a Fascinating Afternoon of Herpetology!** 🐸🐢
The Thames & Chiltern Herpetological Group is teaming up with the British Herpetological Society for a special joint meeting on Sunday 12th October 2025, from 2:30 to 6:30 pm at the Meeting Hall, Amersham Leisure Centre (Chiltern Ave, Amersham, Bucks, HP6 5AH).

☕ Free refreshments | 💷 £5 cash on the door | 🅿️ Parking available

🎤 Talks include:
- The Status and Conservation of the Smooth Snake in England
with Tony Gent, Karen Haysom & Nick Moulton (ARC UK)
- An Emergency Response for the Southern Darwin’s Frog
with Andrés Valenzuela-Sanches & Ben Tapley (ZSL & Asociación Ranita de Darwin)
- A Pioneering Study of Grass Snake Ecology in Dorset, 1958–1962
with Robert Stebbings, Ian Prestt & Richard A. Griffiths (DICE, University of Kent)
- The Parsons Chameleon – full details to follow!

🖼️ Plus: **Poster & Exhibit Display**

Whether you're a seasoned herper or just curious about the world of reptiles and amphibians, this is an event not to miss. Come along, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy an inspiring afternoon of talks and displays!

📅 Mark your calendars and spread the word!

Also check out other Meetups in Amersham.