Hong Kong Society of Herpetology Foundation (No. 91/9058) is established in 2007.

It is the first and the only registered charitable organization (IR File No: 91/9058) in Hong Kong related to Amphibians and Reptiles. Herpetology is the study of amphibians and reptiles, this includes studies on their anatomy, genetics, ecology, taxonomy, evolution, physiology, etc. Being a charitable organization, we aim to carry out the following missions :

(1) To prevent cruelty to reptiles and amphibians through education;

(2) To increase the public’s knowledge of amphibians and reptiles through our website and various activities, such as exhibitions, seminars;

(3) To promote the conservation of local species of reptiles and amphibians and their natural habitats so that the public can appreciate the ecological value of the local species;

(4) To promote public awareness of the crisis of endangered species;

(5) To carry out research and study on local amphibians and reptiles whilst emphasizing the importance of preservation of these animals and the environment;

(6) To do all such other lawful things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objectives.