Greetings all, I am looking at putting together a study abroad internship proposal for my graduate school. I'm looking for places in Central and South America that are dedicated either to in-situ or ex-situ conservation of reptiles and amphibians. They can either be specialist organizations (only dealing with snakes, frogs, turtles, etc), or perhaps a zoo with a decent reptile/amphibian collection.
I have recently finished volunteering for two months at the Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation project in Gamboa, Panama. I am looking at the possibility of returning, but also want to look at other organizations. My goals are as follows: 1. Continue to gain hands-on experience in reptile and amphibian conservation (specifically, I am looking to expand, as the majority of my experience is with lizards and amphibians- I'd also like to work with snakes, crocodilians, and turtles). 2. One of my interests is how the local customs, culture, politics, and economy influence attitudes towards conservation, so I'd want to work with a staff willing to discuss the challenges they face at their particular project, and how they have adapted to those challenges. Any suggestions for projects, along with contact information if you have it, are welcome. Thank you in advance.
