"Until we can ensure sustainable populations, we'll continue to do the work that needs to be done," says Species at Risk Biologist, Scott Gillingwater.

 

"We're at a crossroads, though—the next 10 years are critical for the species but we're facing government funding that is unpredictable or not available at all."

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Your generous support will:

• prevent extinctions by saving turtle eggs and releasing hatchlings into local rivers,

• create homes for endangered reptiles by building and conserving local habitat,

• ensure long-term research and monitoring of local species at risk,

• provide educational opportunities for community members,

• empower local residents to become stewards of the land they own or use, and

• build capacity within the community by creating jobs and volunteer opportunities.

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Did you know?

Research has shown that close to 100% of unprotected turtle nests along the Thames River and other local rivers never hatch, due to human impacts, flooding, and predators.

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"SOARR is making a difference for Southern Ontario's at-risk reptiles and helping many declining populations pull back from the brink," says Scott.

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