The Frog And Tadpole Study Group Of NSW Inc.

The Frog and Tadpole Study Group of New South Wales Inc. (FATS) is a dedicated community organisation focused on raising awareness and promoting the conservation of frogs throughout New South Wales. Since its establishment, FATS has actively engaged the public and scientific community through education, research, and hands-on conservation efforts to protect these vital amphibians and their habitats.

Mission and Vision

FATS aims to increase community awareness and appreciation of frogs and their ecological importance. The group envisions a future where frog populations are thriving and their natural habitats are preserved, ensuring biodiversity and environmental health for generations to come.

Main Objectives

• Promote frog conservation through community education and involvement.
• Support scientific research and monitoring of frog populations and habitats.
• Facilitate frog rescue and rehabilitation for frogs displaced or threatened by human activities.
• Advocate for habitat protection and restoration to sustain frog populations.
• Collaborate with government agencies and environmental groups to influence conservation policies.

Benefiting Groups

• Local communities who gain environmental education and opportunities to participate in conservation.
• Scientists and researchers who receive support and data for frog studies.
• Frogs and their ecosystems through direct conservation actions and habitat management.
• Schools and educators benefiting from educational programs and workshops.

Services and Activities

• Hosting information stalls at environmental fairs to engage the public.
• Conducting workshops on creating frog-friendly gardens and habitats.
• Organising field trips for frog observation and data collection.
• Running a frog rescue program for stowaway frogs accidentally transported into urban areas.
• Implementing cane toad removal and awareness campaigns to protect native species.
• Providing school presentations to educate children about frogs and conservation.
• Advising government panels on frog conservation and environmental policies.