Are you looking for ways to help frogs and fight the amphibian extinction crisis? Here are just a few ideas to get you started on helping our amphibian friends.

Find out about frogs…and toads, newts, salamanders and caecilians.
There are about 6,000 known amphibian species around the world and Australia is home to at least 219 frog species. Find out which frogs are found in your local area, what type of habitat they prefer and what you can do to make sure they continue to live there.

Visit Perth Zoo and see some amazing Australian frogs.
Perth Zoo displays six species of amphibians (five native frogs and the introduced Cane Toad) and has established a frog research and breeding program for threatened Western Australian frogs. Perth Zoo Education also runs education experiences for schools that look at the wonderful world of frogs.

Create a frog-friendly garden at home or at school.
With so much habitat destruction, frogs are finding it harder to find safe homes. With a little planning, you can create a haven for your local frogs so they have somewhere to hunt, rest and breed. Find out more by looking at the 10 steps to creating a frog-friendly garden downloadable sheet. Frog-friendly gardens are a great project for the whole family or for a school.

Live and let live.
If you come across a frog, leave it be. Picking up frogs can harm them. Moving frogs from one area to another can also risk spreading the deadly Chytrid fungus to previously uncontaminated areas. It’s better to look, learn and leave.

Love the environment.
If you want to help frogs, take a look at the impact you’re having on the environment. Put litter in the bin, avoid using harmful chemicals in the garden and conserve water at home, school and work.

Help fight climate change.
Climate change is having an impact on amphibian populations worldwide. Do your part by reducing your use of fossil fuels. Use less energy at home, work or school or choose renewable sources of energy. Cycle or walk rather than take the car.

Be a responsible pet owner.
Keep a watch on your cat or dog. Both are very good at hunting and attacking wildlife, including frogs.

Donate to Wildlife Conservation Action.
Perth Zoo’s fundraising program, Wildlife Conservation Action, raises funds which directly support the conservation of threatened species in the wild. These species include the Sumatran Orang-utan, Sumatran Tiger, Asian Elephant, Sun Bear, New Guinea Tree Kangaroos, African Painted Dogs and native Australian species including frogs. Find out more by visiting www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au/wca and donate today.