Volunteers help salamanders, frogs cross the road safely

BOSTON (AP) — Residents of one Massachusetts town are helping some local amphibians get where they need to be this mating season.

WBZ News Radio reports volunteers in Pepperell are working with the local conservation administrator to assist salamanders and wood frogs who venture out onto local streets at night.

Salamanders and frogs travel to wetlands this time of year to mate, making them especially vulnerable to traffic.

The volunteers help the animals by looking out for traffic. To keep themselves safe, the volunteers wear reflective vests.

Many amphibian species face significant challenges from climate change and habitat loss.