Global Amphibian Assessment

The Global Amphibian Assessment is a comprehensive effort to evaluate the status of amphibian species worldwide, including frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. Launched by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in the early 2000s, it aims to identify how many amphibians are endangered, threatened, or extinct. This assessment helps scientists understand the impacts of habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and disease on amphibian populations. The results guide conservation efforts and raise awareness about the critical role amphibians play in ecosystems, serving as indicators of environmental health.