The International Herpetological Symposium aims to foster the dissemination of information and research related to the natural history, conservation biology, captive management and propagation of amphibians and reptiles. It seeks to build a community open to all individuals interested in herpetology, promoting the exchange of ideas and information across the broad spectrum of herpetology and herpetoculture.
The IHS Grants are designed to provide financial assistance to individuals or organizations engaged in herpetological research, conservation, and education. With grant amounts up to $1000 available annually, these awards support projects that make significant contributions to herpetology. The grant encourages applications that offer novel approaches to expanding or improving upon herpetological natural history, behavior, conservation biology, captive reproduction/husbandry, and education. The total grants awarded each year depend on the available funds in the dedicated grant pool, emphasizing the program's flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of the herpetological community.