Press & Media
ARC has been and continues to be a resource for the media when covering imperiled wildlife, especially amphibians and reptiles, habitat restoration, and place-based conservation.
Latest Releases
More Than One Million Endangered Houston Toad Eggs Released in Texas State Park, With Toadlets Now Emerging
April 29, 2026
Conservation partners released more than one million Endangered Houston toad eggs in Bastrop State Park during March and April, and toadlets…
Upcoming Restoration of Arizona Wetlands: Lifeline for At-Risk Wildlife
March 26, 2026
Six ponds in Arizona’s White Mountains will be restored beginning at the end of April to support the survival of wildlife…
After 17 Years, a Threatened Salamander Is Rediscovered at Fort Stewart, and Its Recovery Is Underway
February 19, 2026
A federally listed Threatened amphibian that hadn’t been seen in Georgia in its adult form for nearly two decades has reemerged…
ARC in the Media
As America Marks 250 Years, This Toad Is Vanishing. Can Texas Save It?
May 24, 2026
Forbes
By Noël Fletcher
Noël Fletcher reports on urgent conservation efforts by ARC and partners to save the Endangered Houston toad, including the release of more than 1 million eggs in Central Texas as habitat loss continues to threaten the species’ survival.
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Why scientists are racing to catch this rare NC salamander
May 20, 2026
PBS North Carolina, Sci NC
By Frank Graff
PBS North Carolina features ARC Executive Director JJ Apodaca and partners in a segment on emergency efforts to rescue the Hickory Nut Gorge green salamander following Hurricane Helene, documenting the work to establish a captive breeding program to safeguard this imperiled species.
Long-term toad recovery underway at Bastrop State Park
May 19, 2026
Elgin Courier
By Dylan Roddy
Dylan Roddy covers ARC’s partnership in the release of more than 1 million Houston toad eggs at Bastrop State Park, showcasing long-term recovery efforts focused on habitat restoration and private landowner engagement to help recover the Endangered species.