American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists

striped shiner, (Luxilus chrjsocephalus), photo by Luke Bower

The American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists (ASIH) is dedicated to the scientific study of fishes, amphibians, and reptiles. The primary emphases of the Society are to increase knowledge about these organisms, to disseminate that knowledge through publications, conferences, symposia, and other means, and to encourage and support young scientists who will make future advances in these fields. The programs of the American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists are part of a global effort to interpret, understand, and conserve the Earth's natural diversity and to contribute to the wise use of natural resources for the long-term benefit of humankind.

Learn more About the Society, review our Professional and Student Awards, and find out how you can Become a Member.

Public statement of Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

logo for the journal Ichthyology & Herpetology

ASIH publishes Ichthyology & Herpetology, a respected international journal publishing original research on extant and extinct fishes, amphibians, and reptiles. Learn moreā€¦

Logo for the Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists

The next annual meetings will be in
St. Paul, MN, July 9-13, 2025
New Orleans, LA, July 8-12, 2026

Past Meetings

Support Diversity Initiatives of the ASIH

The ASIH (American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists) is fundraising to support diversity initiatives as directed by the Committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). This fundraising comes in the form of a competition between ASIH President (Emily Taylor) and ASIH President-Elect (Prosanta Chakrabarty). Both will try to outwalk each other in distance from January 1 until July 12, 2023 (the first day of JMIH 2023).

Donate on this site pledge for Emily or Prosanta, and to support this important initiative!

Meet the 2024 Cashner Student Award recipients!