the
INTERNATIONAL
HERPETOLOGICAL
SYMPOSIUM (IHS)
The first Symposium of Captive Propagation and Husbandry of Reptiles and Amphibians was held in June 1976. That inaugural meeting at Hood College in Frederick, MD, eventually evolved into what we know today as the International Herpetological Symposium (IHS).
Each year the IHS is held in a different location and hosted by a zoological, herpetological or herpetocultural institution. Its purpose is two-fold:
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To provide an annual symposium for the dissemination of information and research pertaining to the natural history, conservation biology, captive management and propagation of amphibians and reptiles
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To build a community open to all individuals who are interested in reptiles and amphibians and provide a platform that fosters the exchange of ideas and information
Individuals from all areas of herpetology and herpetoculture are involved in the planning of each event, and all are invited to attend.
With Banquet Speaker
Dr. Bruce Means
IHS KNOXVILLE 2024
& Zoo Knoxville
BTS TOUR
Thank you to our sponsors
REGISTRATION
IS OPEN
Secure your spot for our
June 19-22, 2024 meeting in Knoxville, Tennessee
Special Additional Activity
Visit the Gray Fossil site before the ice break for an IHS exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Reservations are required and attendees must arrange their own transportation.
Contact dgunnin5@gmail.com to reserve
your place on the tour.
