Synbio Tech Inc. (TPEx: 1295), a global supplier of probiotic and postbiotic solutions, has announced new steps in its ongoing efforts to protect the Taipei frog (Hylarana taipehensis), a threatened amphibian native to Taiwan.

As part of its Syn-Bio-Diversity Initiative (SBDI), the company is focusing on three areas: supporting a dedicated conservation breeding facility, training employee volunteers, and conducting quarterly ecological surveys. These efforts build on wetland restoration work launched in 2025 across nearly three hectares of land at the Southern Taiwan Science Park's Kaohsiung campus.

SynbioTech presented its plans at a forum hosted by Taiwan's Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency, reaffirming its support for the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and its 30x30 target to conserve at least 30% of the world's land and waters by 2030.

From Biodiversity Commitment to Conservation Action
Measuring just 3 to 5 centimeters, the Taipei frog is recognizable by its golden-green back and distinctive lateral stripes. The species is protected under Taiwan's wildlife conservation laws and faces increasing pressure from habitat loss.

Since 2025, SynbioTech has partnered with the Kaohsiung Wild Bird Society to restore and manage suitable wetland habitats. In March 2026, the company joined seven government, academic, and conservation partners in signing a memorandum of understanding to coordinate conservation efforts in southern Taiwan.

"Our work begins with microorganisms, so we understand how important biodiversity is to the health of an ecosystem," said Lian-Chwan Yang, Chairman of SynbioTech. "By restoring wetland habitats and working with National Chung Hsing University on conservation breeding facilities, we hope to help bring the Taipei frog back to southern Taiwan."

Strengthening Conservation Through Research and Collaboration
SynbioTech is now exploring financial support for a dedicated Taipei frog conservation breeding facility at National Chung Hsing University (NCHU). The project would renovate an existing university building to provide facilities for conservation breeding and related research.

NCHU's Research Center for Global Change Biology is assessing renovation and equipment requirements. SynbioTech and the university will determine the scope of potential contributions following that assessment.

The Southern Taiwan Science Park Bureau has also provided nearly three hectares of land at its Kaohsiung campus at no cost for habitat restoration and long-term management. The Bureau plans to incorporate the project's conservation progress into its ecological education center, scheduled to open in 2027.

The Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency's Pingtung Branch will contribute ecological expertise and support efforts to advance habitat conservation.

Bringing Employees into the Conservation Process
Alongside habitat restoration, SynbioTech is working with the Kaohsiung Wild Bird Society to organize quarterly amphibian surveys, environmental education sessions, and volunteer training. The surveys will document frog populations and changes in habitat conditions, providing information to guide ongoing management.

In November, the company plans to invite a Taiwanese amphibian conservation expert to introduce employees to native frog species and field observation techniques.

SynbioTech CEO Dr. San-Land Young is also expected to lead employees on an expert-guided nighttime habitat survey, giving participants an opportunity to observe local amphibians and learn about their natural environment.

The company hopes to eventually extend these activities to employees' families, using its conservation work to encourage greater awareness of Taiwan's native wildlife.

Applying Microbiome Expertise Beyond Human Health
As a company specializing in microbial research, SynbioTech is also considering future studies on how environmental changes may affect the gut microbiota of the Taipei frog.

While still in the planning stage, this research could provide another perspective on the relationship between microorganisms, wildlife, and their habitats.

For SynbioTech, the project is a long-term commitment. Working with government agencies, researchers, and local conservation groups, the company will continue restoring wetland habitats, monitoring ecological conditions, and supporting efforts to return the Taipei frog to the wild in southern Taiwan.