The most exciting find of my recent fieldwork: the Montane Mahé Caecilian. Only found on the highest peak in Seychelles, this Critically Endangered amphibian had not been observed since 2015. 📷: @simonmaddock.bsky.social

Just launched the Island Ecology & Evolution Network 🏝️ Starter Pack! Discover scientists, conservation managers and local experts exploring and protecting life on islands. 🌋 Follow to connect & bridge science and practice! #IslandEcology #IslandConservation #IslandEvolution go.bsky.app/FrLJh4F

There is a symposium happening on Monday 20th Jan, titled "SEYCHELLES ENDEMIC #AMPHIBIANS AND #REPTILES: CURRENT KNOWLEDGE AND NEXT STEPS FOR #CONSERVATION". We will be streaming the talks if you can't be here: Link tinyurl.com/Seychelleshe... or use QR code. Nb. Schedule is Seychelles time. 🧪🐍🐸🔬