Past Events: Visit this page to see the work we've done from 2019 on.

Endangered Species: A comprehensive list of the endangered species in Andover, MA. Categorized by class/kingdom, including pictures and a summary of each species' needs and history.

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Partners: Learn about the wonderful work our partners are doing

How To Help: Find out how to support our mission and save these species.

Why The Blue-Spotted Salamander For State Salamander?

• The blue-spotted salamander can be a beautiful representative of all the species that live in the vernal pool ecosystem 

• Any conservation efforts made for these salamanders would help all of their fellow species that live in vernal pools

• Species that need access to a vernal pool in order to live their full life cycle depend on the delicate timing of rain events and drying periods, leaving them really vulnerable to the unpredictable weather caused by climate change.

• Populations of this species have been listed as Threatened under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act – the species stands to benefit from the positive attention it would receive as the State Salamander.

• Massachusetts would be unique in its choice of the blue-spotted salamander as State Salamander, since we would be the first state to choose this species.

• Your support would inspire other kids across the state to take action to help environmental causes they are passionate about and would encourage them to become involved in the legislative process.