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Introduction
There is no event called the “International Day of Amphibian Conservation.” This incorrect name — along with variations like “World Amphibians Day” — has spread widely on social media since around 2024, particularly in Spanish- and Portuguese-language posts. These names all refer to Save The Frogs Day, the world’s oldest annually observed amphibian conservation event.
Since its inception in 2009, Save The Frogs Day has been held on either April 28th or the last Saturday of April, with over 2,000 educational events in more than 60 countries. It has received official recognition from six U.S. state governors and mayors across North America.
Here’s what we know about where these incorrect names came from…
Official recognition of Save The Frogs Day by Virginia Governor Tim Kaine in 2009. See more proclamations here.
Incorrect Naming and Clarifications
A thorough review of search engine results, conservation databases, and email records reveals no independent history or official recognition for an “International Day of Amphibian Conservation” distinct from Save The Frogs Day. The term is a mislabeling — much like calling Thanksgiving “Turkey Day.”
There are no records of any events held under this name prior to 2024. The numerous late-April references to “International Day of Amphibian Conservation” align exactly with Save The Frogs Day, which has taken place during the last week of April every year since 2009. This Perplexity research thread confirms no record of such a day being celebrated before 2024.
SAVE THE FROGS! Founder Dr. Kerry Kriger’s Facebook post from April 7th, 2009 announcing Virginia Governor Tim Kaine‘s official proclamation of Save The Frogs Day.
The Origin And Impact Of Save The Frogs Day
Save The Frogs Day was launched on April 28th, 2009, with 40 events in 15 countries. In the years since, it has grown to over 2,000 events in 60+ countries, with over $58,000 in grants distributed to conservationists in 20 countries to assist their Save The Frogs Day educational activities. It has been featured on CNN and the front page of Le Monde, and officially recognized by six U.S. state governors. Read the full history of Save The Frogs Day.
Save The Frogs Day has received international recognition in numerous magazines, newspapers and television news stories.
The Importance of Accurate Terminology
Using incorrect names like “International Day of Amphibian Conservation” fragments the conservation community. People searching these terms can’t find the actual event resources — how to organize, promote, communicate about, or get funding for their events. It also means SAVE THE FROGS!, the organization behind 18 years of events, doesn’t get the credit or visibility that enables us to continue this work. Using the correct name – Save The Frogs Day (or its official foreign language translations) – ensures supporters can find each other, connect with SAVE THE FROGS!, and participate effectively.
We appreciate your interest in amphibian conservation and scientific and historical accuracy!
Conclusion
By always using “Save The Frogs Day” or the correct foreign language translations we ensure that everyone can find and actively participate in these vital events.
If you see posts using incorrect names like “International Day of Amphibian Conservation” near the end of April, a friendly comment pointing people to savethefrogs.com/day goes a long way. You can also tag @savethefrogs so we can follow up.
Together we can make sure the amphibian conservation community stays connected, informed and empowered!
Save The Frogs Day 2010 in Brisbane, Australia with Bek Diete and volunteers from University of Queensland.
Additional Resources
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Research & Evidence
Below are the results of our research using Perplexity.
Q: What is the oldest record online of an annually celebrated day called the international day of amphibian conservation or el día de conservación de los anfibios, excluding Save The Frogs Day and World Frog Day? Only provide answers based on webpages built prior to 2024
A: Based on the search results provided, there is no evidence of an annually celebrated “international day of amphibian conservation” or “el día de conservación de los anfibios” prior to 2024. The search results do not mention any such annual celebration. The closest related event mentioned is “Save The Frogs Day” and “World Frog Day”.
Q: Given that the references to international day of amphibian conservation are all at the end of April, and that Save The Frogs Day has historically taken place either on April 28th or the last Saturday of April since its conception in 2009, what is the probability that international day of amphibian conservation is actually an erroneous name that is truly just a description Save The Frogs Day?
A: Based on the search results provided, there is no evidence of an “international day of amphibian conservation” or “el día de conservación de los anfibios” being celebrated annually prior to 2024. The closest related event mentioned is “Save The Frogs Day”, which has been celebrated on April 28th or the last Saturday of April since 2009.
SAVE THE FROGS! Volunteers Arif Naqvi and Waseem Ahmed representing with their SAVE THE FROGS! Flag in Pakistan at PMAS Arid Agriculture University in Rawalpindi, Save The Frogs Day 2025.
Fact Check related to the IUCN and annually observed amphibian conservation celebrations
A photographer with a sizable Instagram following posted about an International Day of Amphibians on April 28th, 2024, unaware that the day he was referring to is actually Save The Frogs Day. He then told us that the IUCN had declared the day he was writing about. However, no evidence supports this claim, as confirmed by a Google search or by visiting the IUCN’s website, and as is clearly shown in this thread on Perplexity AI:
Q: Has the IUCN ever declared any annual day related to amphibian conservation?
A: Based on the search results provided, the IUCN has not declared any annual day specifically related to amphibian conservation. The search results focus on the IUCN’s efforts to address the global amphibian extinction crisis, such as the Amphibian Conservation Action Plan and the work of the IUCN SSC Amphibian Specialist Group, but do not mention the establishment of an annual amphibian conservation day.
The search results indicate that amphibians are the most threatened vertebrate class, with 41% of species threatened with extinction according to the IUCN Red List. The IUCN and its partners have been working to raise awareness and implement conservation actions to address the amphibian extinction crisis. However, the search results do not provide any information about the IUCN declaring a specific annual day dedicated to amphibian conservation.
Conclusion: no evidence supports the claim that the IUCN has declared any annual amphibian day.
Note that while the IUCN has not declared any annual amphibian day, the IUCN Amphibian Specialist Group is a valuable partner of ours for World Salamander Day, which takes place March 28th Every Year.
Chinese frog art by Yufeng-Deng, 2020 SAVE THE FROGS! Art Contest
