In the field... with a Herpetologist!

Dr. Kizirian's goal for the expedition was to collect samples of the diverse reptile and amphibian life from Vietnam -- many of which could be brand new discoveries. Understanding the biology of amphibians and the different areas each species lives tells us a great deal about ecology and the health of an ecosystem. It's important to gather this data before areas are destroyed through logging so these forests and the life they support can be protected.

	Sorting through Equipment
	Dr. Kizirian sorts through his equipment to identify what he will need to take into the field the next day. When you have to carry your equipment yourself, it encourages you to take only what you need.
	Investigating Specimens
	Dr. Kizirian and Dr. Horovitz look at tadpole specimens collected at the base of a waterfall in Tam Dao.
	Searching High and Low
	Under rocks, near ponds, and other moist areas are great places to locate frogs.
	Reptile Discoveries
	Here are just a few examples of the reptiles that Dr. Kizirian collected during the expedition.
	Documenting Discoveries
	Dr. Kizirian takes photographs of the specimens he has brought back to our hotel room for study. You can see our laundry to his right that we had to rush to bring in from the rain.