Southern Arizona Reptile Rescue & Education

03/13/2025

Western Ghats Purple Frog

03/11/2025

Young Herpers, can i have your attention please!

Hey aspiring herpetologists! Deadlines for Junior Herper and Nextgen Herpetologist are quickly approaching, so make sure to get your applications in before the end of April! For more information, go to https://www.iherpsymp.org/jr-nextgen-herpetologist

03/10/2025

This is the turtle pond at night, a little hard to tell that they are all about 3-4 inches under the water

03/09/2025

Dove Mountain Market today 😁👍

03/07/2025

Its not easy to do two events in one day but its a regular thing for us. Luckily i have some pretty amazing team members that are superstars! 🤩
Thank you David and Alicia!

03/07/2025

03/06/2025

Time again for Guess The Shed!

03/06/2025

Stop the Proposed U.S. Ban on Axolotls!
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has issued a new interim rule that could significantly impact axolotl enthusiasts, pet retailers, customers, and hobbyists. This rule proposes adding 16 new genera of salamanders to the injurious amphibian list under the Lacey Act. Included in this list is the genus Ambystoma, which covers axolotls.

What Does This Mean for You?
If this rule is finalized, it would ban the interstate movement of axolotls for any state that has adopted USFWS’ “injurious wildlife list”— including shipping them between states, even for domestically bred pets. This could severely restrict commerce, limit the availability of pet axolotls, and disrupt hobbyists who rely on interstate trade to maintain genetic diversity in breeding programs and/or specialized veterinary care for their animals.

In Alabama, for example, the state not only has adopted the USFWS’ injurious wildlife list but has gone farther than just banning interstate movement of those species by also banning POSSESSION and SALE of any species listed as “injurious wildlife.” This means, all currently possessed pet axolotls in the state are currently considered ILLEGAL. Captive-bred axolotls in Alabama are providing Americans healthy pets, and this ban jeopardizes the livelihoods of hobbyists, breeders, and pet retailers who follow all proper care and health standards. Additionally, the ban disregards the critical role that responsible breeding and sales play in supporting a healthy, regulated market while preventing the introduction of diseases into wild populations.

The USFWS is accepting public comments NOW until March 11, 2025, on this interim rule, and your voice is crucial!

Axolotls are a pet that is growing in popularity, gaining visibility in pop culture, and being featured in various forms of media, including video games, movies, and as mascots. This exposure has led to increased curiosity and demand as potential pets. While axolotls have specific care requirements, they are relatively low maintenance compared to other exotic pets. They don't require land space like terrestrial salamanders or reptiles, and they thrive in aquatic environments, which makes them more accessible for hobbyists. They are not, however, a substantial risk to human or environmental health.

Act Now!

03/04/2025

The 5th Annual Woofstock Adopt-a-thon Event!
We will be there… will you?
🩷💜💛💚🧡

03/03/2025

Thank you Joel Foster of KGUN News 9 for including us in your coverage of the Pets of Pima Parade!

The fourth annual Pets of Pima Parade took over 6th Avenue on Sunday to raise money for Friends of PACC and other animal organizations across Pima County.

03/03/2025

We are very excited to go to Leman Academy on Thursday evening. Who’s going to be there?

03/02/2025

Parade starts at 10, adoption event is right after at Corbetts😁

03/02/2025

Who will be at the Pets of Pima Parade this morning?
Can I get a 👍!

02/28/2025

Good Morning Arizona

A Tempe autism therapy center is hosting a free, sensory-friendly reptile experience for children with autism and their families.

02/28/2025

Thank you to the team at Good Morning Arizona 🌞

A Tempe autism therapy center is hosting a free, sensory-friendly reptile experience for children with autism and their families.

02/28/2025

We will be live this morning😊

02/28/2025

Golden frogs might not have loud calls, but their message is clear. These fierce amphibians defend their territories against rivals, using calls, waves, and ...