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
ARC in the Media
The Wild Truth: Conservationists Hope to Rescue Hickory Nut Gorge Green Salamander from Extinction
April 30, 2024
The Laurel of Asheville
By Paul Musto
Paula Musto writes about the consideration of the Hickory Nut Gorge green salamander for protection under the Endangered Species Act and includes the perspective of ARC Executive Director and co-discoverer of the species, JJ Apodaca.
Reptiles are Highly Emotional, Contrary to Their Cold Reputation
April 8, 2024
Discover Magazine
By Lily Carey
Lily Carey reports on research that’s demonstrated the social and emotional behaviors of reptiles and features quotes from ARC Executive Director JJ Apodaca.
‘Wary’ pond turtles are now in the clamorous ESA arena
April 4, 2024
E&ENews Greenwire
By Michael Doyle
Michael Doyle covers the proposed listing of two species of western pond turtles for protection under the Endangered Species Act and includes the perspective of ARC Executive Director JJ Apodaca.