Herpetofauna Platform logo🦎 Herpetofauna Platform

Connecting people to reptiles and amphibians

Digital conservation tourism: stories, photography, virtual eco-tours and citizen science for Africa's most misunderstood wildlife.

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Why herpetofauna?

Reptiles and amphibians face habitat loss, climate change, road mortality, illegal trade and persecution, and fear and misinformation make it worse.

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Our vision

A leading digital platform for reptile and amphibian conservation awareness, eco-tourism and community engagement in Africa and beyond.

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Our mission

Use digital media and tourism storytelling to improve public understanding, appreciation and conservation of herpetofauna.

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Who it is for

Wildlife tourists, schools, NGOs, researchers, eco-tourism operators, photographers, communities and supporters worldwide.

Our team

The people behind the work.

MEMukasa Emmanuel

Mukasa Emmanuel

Executive Director

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IKIvan Kaddu

Ivan Kaddu

Director of Communication

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PLPatrick Lamontagne

Patrick Lamontagne

Lead trainer, Instructional Designer

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AAArafat Akankwasa

Arafat Akankwasa

Director of Resource Mobilization

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Herp Fauna team walking through a forest in Uganda

Out in the field

Real fieldwork with real people: forest walks, community talks and classes across Uganda.

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What we do

Education, tourism and citizen science for reptiles and amphibians.

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Herpetofauna

Photo profiles of the snakes, lizards, frogs and crocodiles we work to protect.

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Tours

Reptile parks, wetlands and forest night walks, in person and online.

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Classes

Live and recorded lessons on snake safety, identification and conservation.

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Gallery

Photos and short videos from the field, camps and classes.

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Herp Voices: our podcast

Conversations about reptiles, amphibians and wildlife conservation, with researchers, health workers, educators and communities. Coming soon.

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HerpTalk Africa

Reptiles, amphibians, ecology and the research behind them.

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Wildlife and People

Living alongside wildlife, local knowledge and conservation in practice.

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Snakebite Matters

Prevention, safe first aid and getting to a health facility in time.

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Next-Generation Conservationists

Careers, mentoring and young people in conservation.

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Herpetofauna: species profiles

Snakes we work with in Uganda. We are building a full profile for each one, step by step.

Virtual eco-tourism

Explore wild places from anywhere, and help the people who protect them.

A herping walk at duskA snake found on a wet afternoon in Mabira Forest

Tours and trips

Virtual eco-tours

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Reptile park tours

Guided, live-narrated visits with expert answers.

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Wetland biodiversity

Frogs, crocodiles and birdlife in Africa's wetlands.

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Forest night walks

Find the amphibians and reptiles that come alive after dark.

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Documentaries

Crocodile and fieldwork films from our team.

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Help protect reptiles and amphibians

Report what you see, join a class, or partner with us.

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Get in touch

Questions about tours, classes or partnerships? Send us a message and we will reply as soon as we can.

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News

Stories from the field, events and conservation updates.

Snakebites in livestock and domestic animals in Uganda

An article from the Herp Fauna Foundation. Swipe through the pages and tap to enlarge.

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9/28/25

Culture and Ecology: Lesson from Uganda

12/10/24

Herping Day Trip!

11/25/24

A Snake Awareness Evening Success!

10/14/23

East African Snakebite Conference!

6/15/23

With a mix of recreation, environmental conservation can be fun!

5/28/19

Mabira Forest Herping Adventure!

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Stories from the field, classes and conservation updates. No spam. Leave any time.

Frequently asked questions

How do I join a class?

Open the Classes page, create a free account, then choose your class and follow the curriculum.

How do I report a sighting?

Use the Report a sighting page. Tell us the animal, place and date, and add a photo if you can. Never touch or chase a wild animal.

What should I do if someone is bitten by a snake?

Keep the person calm and still, and take them to the nearest health facility immediately. Do not cut the wound, suck the venom or tie anything tightly.

How do I book a tour?

Send us a message on the Contact page and we will confirm prices and dates.

Can my school, company or organisation partner with us?

Yes. Contact us and tell us about your organisation.

Privacy policy

Draft, to be reviewed before launch.

We collect only what you give us: your name and email when you create a class account, the details you send in a sighting report, your email if you join our newsletter, and the messages you send us by WhatsApp or email.

We use this information to run classes, review sightings and reply to you. We do not sell your information. We share it only with partners who help run a class or verify a sighting, and only when needed.

You can ask us to see, correct or delete your information by contacting us. If a child signs up, a parent or guardian should supervise.

Terms of use

Draft, to be reviewed before launch.

The content on this site is for education and awareness. It is not medical advice. In a snakebite emergency, go to the nearest health facility immediately.

Photos, videos and text belong to Herpetofauna Platform and its partners and may not be copied without permission. Please be respectful in classes and when sharing sightings, and never put yourself or wildlife at risk.

We may change or remove content and classes at any time.

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Citizen science: report a sighting

Saw a snake, lizard, frog or crocodile? Tell us where. Your records help document biodiversity. Roadkill reports are welcome too.

Safety first: never touch or chase a wild animal. Take a photo from a safe distance.

Snake safety and learning

Education that reduces fear and saves lives, human and animal.

  1. Stay calm and give space. Most snakes want to escape, not attack.
  2. Never try to kill or handle it. Most bites happen when people do.
  3. Keep yards tidy. Clear tall grass, rubbish and wood piles that hide rodents and snakes.
  4. If bitten, go to a health facility immediately. Keep the person still and calm, and do not cut, suck or tie the wound.
  5. Call a trained snake handler or wildlife authority to move the animal safely.
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For schools

Lesson packs and live sessions for students and teachers. Coming soon.

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Digital field guide

Species profiles and identification help. In development.

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Blog and research

Stories from the field and conservation updates.

Can you tell a dangerous snake by its head?

Some snakes look different, but never rely on this alone and never go near a snake to check.

Diagram comparing a pit viper with a non-venomous snake

Medically important snakes in Uganda

Map showing medically important snakes in Uganda

Snakebite first aid booklet

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Important: this is general information, not medical advice. If someone is bitten by a snake, take them to the nearest health facility immediately.

Classes

Learn from our team online, in live and recorded classes. Sign up free to get started.

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What people say

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Our partners

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Dag and Bragan LTD
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Makerere School of Education, Biology Class
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Dancing Cup Restaurant, Bugolobi
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Danish Refugee Council
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French School Kampala
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Kalangala Infrastructure Services (KIS)
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Kalangala Health Centre
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Mukono Police Station
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Royal Suits, Bugolobi
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Silverleaf School Kampala
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Bombo Military Barracks (UPDF)
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Bushbaby Lodge
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A Rocha Uganda

Get involved

Support the platform, volunteer, or work with us.

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Partners

Wildlife authorities, universities, NGOs, tourism boards, museums and eco-tourism operators.

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Sponsors

Sponsor a conservation campaign, documentary or workshop.

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Volunteers

Photographers, videographers, designers and advisors are welcome.

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Donate

Online donations will open soon to fund fieldwork and education.

Partner with us: membership brochure

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