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Rus of Aquarimax Pets discusses everything there is to know about this very small, low-maintenance pet shrimp called “Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp”, from their native environment, life span, size, and their husbandry in captivity. For anyone curious about keeping a species like this, Russ details the needs of the shrimps such as the tank size, water conditions, temperature, enrichment, decor, and more. Rus also discusses ways that these shrimp are kept in a less than ideal conditions and how that can be improved when keeping them in captivity. This episode is filled with information about the Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp, from a hobbyist who has been keeping them for over 20 years, being a perfect episode for anyone wanting to get started in a relatively easy aquatic pet species.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/231-volcano-shrimp/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Aquarimax YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/aquarimaxAquarimax Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquarimaxpets/Photos and Video in Episode:B Roll provided by Rus WilsonThumbnail: "Halocaridina rubra" by Joel Carnat is licensed under CC BY 2.0, cropped from the original. https://www.flickr.com/photos/21708387@N02/14065984617https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/00:00 Introducing Russ of Aquarimax Pets2:54 Coming Up: The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub3:29 Coming Up: Zoo Med Repti Temp Dimming Thermostat4:01 Welcome Rus - What He Keeps Currently7:20 About The Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp and Their Environment19:17 Encountering The Shrimp In The Pet Trade21:34 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub22:35 Hardiness of Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp23:51 Rus's History With Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp24:50 Keeping With Tank Mates28:03 Life Span of Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp29:38 Husbandry of The Shrimp (Size of Tank, Water Conditions, Salt, etc)36:06 Zoo Med Repti Temp Dimming Thermostat38:37 Husbandry of The Shrimp Continued (Water, Temperature, Decor, etc)51:52 Maturing The Tank + Algae Growth59:56 Feeding Options1:05:14 Population Control of Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp1:09:51 Egg To Hatched Shrimp1:12:48 Plant Options for Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp Tanks1:18:02 Feeding Options Continued1:19:02 Logistics of The Start Of Keeping Shrimp + Recommendations1:23:54 Common Mistakes1:28:50 Closing Thoughts

Dr. Billy Sveen discusses his new scientific paper, Captive Equivalence As A Minimum Welfare Standard For Captivity-Managed Herpetofauna, highlighting the ethics of keeping herps in captivity in comparison to the wild and all that goes into considering the lives of each counterpart. For anyone wanting to improve their care in captivity, or even those wanting to start thinking about the ethics of their care differently, this episode is a must-watch. Dr. Billy Sveen notes The Five Domains of care in captivity and compares them to how the wild counterparts live, with considerations of survival rates, habitat losses, suffering in animals, and more. Billy also demonstrates ways that we as captive keepers can improve our care in enclosures, diet, enrichment, and other aspects of care to ensure that we are keeping our herps responsibly and ethically. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/230-billy-sveen/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Billy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creepersherpetoculture/Captive Equivalence As A Minimum Welfare Standard For Captivity-Managed Herpetofauna: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5f99c047fa9ceb071696ee9a/t/67ec2f45295d144305dc58f1/1743531845626/V7.1_001_Opinion_Sveen.pdf00:00 Introducing Dr. Billy Sveen2:07 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermostat2:39 Coming Up: The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub3:14 Welcome Billy - Reptile Keeping + Projects8:23 Captive Equivalence As A Minimum Welfare Standard For Captivity-Managed Herpetofauna26:32 Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermostat28:03 Applying Welfare Standards36:41 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub37:42 Updating Captive Care To Improve Welfare + Defining Suffering54:11 Survival Rates + Wild Caught Animals1:03:17 Habitat Loss of Wild Herps + Natural Fallacies 1:14:56 Ethics of Suffering in Animals1:23:24 What Can I Improve + Meeting Standards1:30:54 Closing Thoughts

Daniel Solis of Oropel Lodge discusses his experiences surrounding nature in South America, as well as reptile keeping and breeding in the past in this episode. Daniel thoroughly talks about his dilemma with keeping reptiles in captivity, whilst appreciating wildlife as they are in the wild. He also enjoys wildlife photography, outlining a couple experiences with capturing wild reptiles in their natural habitats. Daniel Solis also runs the Oropel Lodge, a destination to see and experience wildlife and tourist activities in Costa Rica. We discuss all of the possibilities that people can experience at his lodge, from photography excursions, night life tours, ziplining, birdwatching, and so much more. This episode is perfect for people who are curious to learn how their scaled companions live in the wild, as well as potentially learn about an experience to observe it for themselves. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/229-oropel/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Oropel Lodge Website: https://www.oropellodge.com/Oropel Lodge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oropellodge/WE DISCUSS:00:00 Introducing Daniel Solis of Oropel Lodge1:42 Coming Up: The Bio Dude2:18 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiTemp2:49 Welcome Daniel + His Relationship with Nature7:56 Breeding and Keeping Reptiles19:11 Daniel's Wildlife Photography19:25 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub20:25 Daniel's Wildlife Photography and Super Dwarf Reticulated Pythons28:17 Expeditions in Costa Rica and Around The World35:49 Keeping Large Reptiles in Captivity vs The Wild43:34 ReptiTemp Dimming Thermostat45:05 Species Well Suited For Captivity?49:05 The Oropel Lodge in Costa Rica59:44 The Controversy Of Reptile Keeping1:02:33 Animal Experiences at Oropel Lodge + Rescue Dogs1:11:18 How To Book With Oropel Lodge1:13:07 Closing Thoughts

HerpTime joins us to talk all things anole, how to keep them, how to breed them, and his philosophies regarding line breeding them. JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ReptilesandResearchPRODUCTS TO USE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/reptilesandresearchPHAILOZOO 15% OFF DISCOUNT CODE: R&RPHAILOZOO ENCLOSURES: https://phailozoo.co?sca_ref=8248864.jO3NsidwAzTHE REPTILE KEEPER 15% OFF DISCOUNT CODE: RNR15THE REPTILE KEEPER: https://thereptilekeeper.com/?amc=TRK-7-5601fbEMAIL► reptilesandresearch@gmail.com

Chris of Reptiles & Oddities discusses his extensive experience with reptiles in this episode, starting with his unfortunate experience at Rattlesnake roundups, then moving on to his more positive experiences with his personal species. Chris talks about the influence that these events brought to his personal reptile keeping, leading him to build his own DIY enclosures and focus on husbandry without a heavy financial burden. Chris discusses the building process of his DIY enclosures in great detail, allowing newer DIY builders to follow along and build their own. We also discuss his relationship with wildlife officials and law enforcement in his area, leading to details of his relocation jobs with various species of snake.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/228-reptiles-and-oddities/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Reptiles & Oddities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reptiles_and_oddities/Reptiles & Oddities YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Reptiles_and_oddities/Reptiles & Oddities TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reptiles.and.oddi00:00 Introducing Chris of Reptiles And Oddities2:45 Upcoming: Zoo Med ReptiSun LED3:04 Upcoming: The Bio Dude3:40 Welcome Chris + Rattlesnake Roundups Experience11:30 Influence of Reptiles on Chris15:16 Species of Reptiles He Keeps18:24 Building DIY Enclosures - Materials, Cost, Etc25:12 Zoo Med ReptiSun LED26:37 More Materials For Building DIY Enclosures37:39 Chris' Large Rack Systems43:33 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub44:34 PVC Enclosures or DIY?47:12 Chris' Relationship With Wildlife Officials1:00:00 Creating A Relationship With Law Enforcement1:05:12 How Does Relocating Work?1:08:34 Chris' Future Plans in Education and Relocation Content1:15:18 More About Chris' Experience + Closing Thoughts

A groundbreaking new study has revealed that keeping snakes in rack systems may actually stunt their brain development. In this video, we dive into the data, explore the study's methods, and discuss what it means for reptile care and welfare going forward.

Ralph Till of The Kleinmanni Assurance Project joins the podcast to discuss his new project alongside his team members, working to ensure a future for the Egyptian Tortoise through the establishment of thriving, genetically diverse populations in carefully managed assurance colonies. He discusses his experience with the tortoise species, the issue with them growing in popularity over the last couple of decades, as well as some information on their care standards. Ralph goes over the creation of the program, how it came to be, future goals, as well as a little insight on his experience in working with zoos and other organizations. This episode is not one to be missed if you're interested in the conservation of wild species in captivity!SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/227-kap/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:The Kleinmanni Assurance Program: https://www.kleinmanniassuranceproject.com/Our Previous Episode with Ralph: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThDnks4Emlc00:00 Introducing Ralph Till2:02 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements2:38 Zoo Med ReptiSun LED2:57 Welcome Ralph - His Experience With Reptiles6:28 Care Standards + Sizes of Egyptian Tortoises11:35 Ralph's Spark in Keeping Egyptian Tortoises13:47 Egyptian Tortoise Regulations and Conservation Status21:55 Developing The Kleinmanni Assurance Program22:27 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub23:28 Developing The Kleinmanni Assurance Program34:02 The Purpose of the Program39:43 ESA Regulations + Genetics51:02 Reaching Out To Zoos for the Program52:22 Stud Book for the Program53:47 Conservation Goals in the Wild56:46 Zoo Med ReptiSun LED58:11 The Members of The Kleinmanni Assurance Program1:05:58 Ways To Help + Learning The Business1:11:42 Closing Thoughts

Mark Perpetua of Mark's Perpetua's Reptile Encounters discusses his experience in keeping crocodilians, what led him to keeping them, and the logistics of keeping them. He also briefly talks about the New York alligator seizing, discussing the regulations in the area and why it makes sense that the animal was taken from that keeper. Mark discusses how he keeps his crocodilians as well as outlines his advice for any prospective keepers, involving their diets and enclosures. He also goes over his book that he wrote, outlining the basics of crocodilian evolution, biology, natural history and conservation. If you're at all interested in crocodilians, Mark Perpetua's various ventures are definitely ones to follow. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/226-croc-chat/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Mark Perpetua's Reptile Encounters Website: https://www.reptileprograms.com/Mark's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Mark-Perpetuas-Reptile-Encounters-100057236065549/Alligators and Crocodiles: In Nature and In Art: https://www.amazon.com/Alligators-Crocodiles-Nature-Mark-Perpetua/dp/B0DJC43BNBMark's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@reptileencounters25Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode:Mark's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@reptileencounters25Mark's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Mark-Perpetuas-Reptile-Encounters-100057236065549/00:00 Introducing Mark Perpetua1:30 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiSun1:49 Welcome Mark - Background and Education in Reptiles6:36 The Crocodilians He Keeps and What Led Him To Keeping11:00 Logistics of Keeping Crocodiles + Regulations19:45 The Story of The Pet Alligator Seize25:18 Mark's Alligators As Laws Changed31:39 Animals at Home Patreon32:00 Stunted Alligators + Sizes of Morelet's Crocodile34:24 Advice for Future Crocodile Keepers + Feeding Crocodilians 39:06 Alligators and Crocodiles: In Nature and In Art44:04 Mark's YouTube Channel47:53 Zoo Med ReptiSun49:19 Mark's YouTube Channel52:37 Reptile Encounters Presentations58:34 Mark's Relationships with Crocodiles + Intelligence Levels1:01:05 Mark's Future Projects - Crocodilian Conservation1:04:11 Closing Thoughts + Meeting Tiki

Zach Porritt of @a.life.exotic discusses his large, tropical greenhouse that houses multiple animal species cohabitating in a beautifully constructed environment. He dives into all of the details of the building process of the greenhouse, the climate he deals with, temperature management and ventilation, as well as the overall investment of the greenhouse. Zach also goes over all of the species that he keeps in the greenhouse and the logistics of keeping them all together in the same space. This episode is an incredibly in depth description of such a well thought out structure, filled with information on how this can be replicated and how he has made this project a huge success. Zach also discusses his recent trip to Suriname, a vast country filled with tropical rainforest and various interesting animal species.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/225-a-life-exotic/#225 #animalsathomepodcastJOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR: https://zoomed.com/LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:https://www.youtube.com/alifeexotichttps://www.instagram.com/a.life.exotic/Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode:https://www.youtube.com/alifeexotichttps://www.instagram.com/a.life.exotic/00:00 Introducing Zach Porritt1:25 Zoo Med Reptisun LED1:45 Welcome Zach - What Sparked This Idea?6:14 The Building Process of The Greenhouse8:50 The Climate Zach Deals With + Temp Management17:13 Humidity Management19:36 Ventilation in The Greenhouse21:10 Lighting Used23:07 The View of The Greenhouse24:40 The Investment26:09 Replication on a Smaller Scale?27:29 What Climate Is He Replicating?29:27 Creating The Pond + Soil31:54 Can Species Escape?32:49 Species in Greenhouse34:07 ZooMed Reptisun LED + UVB35:32 Dart Frogs and Microfauna in Greenhouse42:12 Tropical Plant Species + Pests50:30 Monthly Maintenance Costs52:17 Animals Added To Ecosystem59:00 Cohabitation in The Greenhouse1:06:18 Tree Frog Noise1:07:31 Thoughts About Birds?1:10:17 Addition of Puffing Snakes1:10:37 Patreon Animals At Home1:10:58 Addition of Puffing Snakes1:18:00 Logistics to Keeping the Snake1:22:30 Zach's Trip to Suriname1:32:44 Closing Thoughts

Myke Clarkson, a television producer, reptile conservationist, and wildlife enthusiast discusses his experiences in his television producing career from the start to now. He talks about the story of a snake bite that turned into a TV show, his experience in producing animal-related shows down the line, including his National Geographic show, Dead By Dawn. Myke also discusses the sensationalism that can occur in the media and how he has managed to steer clear of that when it comes to animals-related media. He also shares details of his passion for aquatic snake keeping, from the ins and outs of keeping them, husbandry, snake fungal disease, and more. He talks about what snakes he would recommend for people wanting to get into aquatic snakes, plant recommendations, feeder fish species, and cleaning waste.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/224-myke-clarkson/#224 #animalsathomepodcastJOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR: https://www.thebiodude.com/LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Myke's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mykeclarkson/Myke's FB: https://www.facebook.com/myke.clarkson/Myke's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myke.clarksonHCI Website: herpconservation.comIHS Website: iherpsymp.org00:00 Introducing Myke Clarkson2:42 The Bio Dude Substrates3:17 Welcome Myke - His Show on HerpNation + Aquatic Snakes8:01 The Story of The Bite + TV Shows13:06 The Beginning of Myke's Producer Career to Now21:00 The Animal Related Shows He's Produced26:36 The Walking Dead Inspired Nature Doc31:02 Sensationalism In Media36:39 Aquatic Snake Keeping37:01 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub38:01 Aquatic Snake Keeping46:46 Freshwater Adaptations Goals + Fungal Disease49:49 Reptile Keeping's Connection to Conservation50:57 Disposing of Water Positive of SFD53:25 Semi vs Fully Aquatic Snakes + Recommended Snakes1:00:50 Need For Stability in Aquatic Snakes1:04:55 Setting Up An Aquatic Tank, Plants, and Cleaning Crew1:13:03 Feeder Fish Species1:19:57 Waste Clean Up1:21:06 Non-Profits + Aquatic Snake Book1:32:30 Closing Thoughts

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Victoria Teague of PassionateSnakes discusses her experience with various species of snakes, primarily in the colubrid variety when it comes to her specific enclosure design to help snakes feel more comfortable out in the open. Victoria talks about her Mandarin Rate Snake as the motivator for creating an enclosure that she would see the snake more often in, discussing the need for shelving and hiding spaces built within the enclosure. She also briefly discusses her recent health journey, talking about how her recent focus on herself has created more motivation and happiness in keeping her reptile species more effectively. Victoria shares details of her future projects, non-bioactive enclosures, enclosure design advice, and her experience on a husbandry Facebook group as well.SHOW NOTES:https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/223-victoria-teague/JOIN US ON PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR:https://www.thebiodude.com/LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Victoria's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionatesnakes/Victoria's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCShhX-oiKYUXXMIj79v6-3wAdvancing Herpetological Husbandry: https://www.facebook.com/groups/AdvancingHerpHusbandry/Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode:Victoria's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionatesnakes/00:00 Introducing Victoria Teague of Passionate Snakes2:32 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements3:07 Welcome Victoria + Beginnings in Reptile Keeping8:04 Victoria's Boa + The Enclosure10:14 Colubrids and Boas13:44 Mandarin Rat Snakes + Behaviors of Snake Species17:20 Victoria's Health Journey + That Connection to Animal Keeping23:55 Choosing Snake Species + Keeping the Interest30:02 Designing Enclosures for Behaviors32:53 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub33:54 Non-Bioactive Enclosures with Plants36:24 Shelving Spaces in Snake Enclosures44:18 Feeding Snakes + Any Issues with Feeding45:57 Cleaning Challenges with Non-Bioactives50:42 Enclosure Setups: Heating + Lighting + More54:47 Tips for Victoria's Enclosure Replication55:57 Future Species + Upcoming Projects58:16 Advancing Herpetological Husbandry Facebook Group1:00:30 Closing Thoughts

Nathan Carlos Rupley discusses his experience with reptile and invertebrate keeping alongside his passion for nature in the real world; talking about his feelings behind connecting with nature and rewildling, and how that connects with the reptile keeping hobby. He shares details of his upbringing in Africa, then moving on to adapting to life in the United States, primarily discussing his viewpoints on rewildling rather than becoming reliant on the consumer oriented world. Nathan also continues to discuss various aspects of recognizing plants, using plants for medicine, and the toxicity of some plants that we could potentially use in reptile keeping or in our daily lives. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/222-nathan-rupley/ JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome SPONSOR: https://www.thebiodude.com/ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: https://www.instagram.com/nathan_carlos_rupley/ Nathan's YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/nathanrupley Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: https://www.instagram.com/nathan_carlos_rupley/ 00:00 Introducing Nathan Rupley 2:11 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements 2:47 Welcome Nathan + His Connection with Nature 6:08 Foundations in Africa, Adapting to Life in the U.S, and Getting Back Into The Hobby 13:13 Species Currently Keeping 14:12 Rewildling - Reversing Domestication, Hunting, Foraging + Gathering 26:49 How Has Rewilding Changed Your Reptile Keeping Perspective? 34:06 The Bio Dude Terra Fauna Substrate + Bug Grub 35:07 Recognizing + Connecting with Nature 42:37 Uromastyx Diets + Facebook Groups + Toxicity of Plants 1:00:42 Uromastyx Diets + Plant Medicine 1:18:37 The Importance of Research + Conservation 1:22:03 Closing Thoughts

Logan Hope of ThatBeardedBugGuy discusses his very popular Mourning gecko room in his home, housing over a hundred geckos, as well as some opinions about keeping tiny reptiles in such large enclosures. He also discusses in depth his Vietnamese Blue Beauty snakes, their enclosure setups, lighting, diets, and their very intelligent behaviors. Logan also talks about how he first got started in the exotic pet keeping world with bugs and tarantulas, leading him to share details of their enclosures, why he keeps them, and the fear surrounding spiders. We also talk about the story of his alligator that he recently nursed back to health and is continuing to rehabilitate at home. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/221-bearded-bug-guy/ JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome SPONSOR: https://www.thebiodude.com/ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Logan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatbeardedbugguy/Logan's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatbeardedbugguy Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: Provided by Logan Hope 00:00 Introducing Logan Hope - The Bearded Bug Guy 2:39 The Bio Dude 3:14 Welcome Logan + The Mourning Gecko Room + Blue Beauty 11:20 Struggles with Large Enclosures for Tiny Animals 15:24 Feeding The Mourning Geckos 18:45 Logan's Animal Room + Vietnamese Blue Beauty 28:29 Noticing The Intelligence of Reptiles + The Connection 30:04 Vietnamese Blue Beauty Enclosures + Flying Gecko 41:49 Logan's Tarantulas + Setups 42:45 The Bio Dude Terra Fauna + Bug Grub 43:46 Logan's Tarantulas + Setups 59:12 Fear Surrounding Tarantulas + Breeding Baby Tarantulas 1:05:46 Logan's Alligator + Her Story 1:20:30 Logan Starting a YouTube Channel? 1:26:15 Logan at Expos + Closing Thoughts

Snakes will be domesticated, heres how! Brian Reeder breaks down the processes of domestication and how you can see it in action right now with pet snakes! Credit for snake in the thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/selectivescales Find Brian Reeders Day Lilies: https://www.facebook.com/SunDragonDaylilies JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ReptilesandResearch PRODUCTS TO USE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/reptilesandresearch EMAIL► reptilesandresearch@gmail.com

Rebecca Hassler of Dragoon Gecko discusses her over fifteen years of experience in breeding leopard geckos, offering advice to newer leopard gecko breeders on how to get started breeding ethically. She shares details on how to succeed in breeding even before purchasing your gecko pairs, characteristics she looks for in breeding quality reptiles, and husbandry of leopard geckos, leading into the actual steps of breeding. Her undeniable passion for leopard geckos and breeding them is evident as she discusses the steps in breeding leopard geckos on a simplified level, as well as the beginnings of socializing them so that they are a great pet option for owners. Rebecca is a friend of the podcast and as we mentioned, has been on the show a few times now, so do feel free to check out our previous episodes: How To Breed Leopard Geckos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_rdl_xXqpk The Best Leopard Gecko Morphs to Breed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh20hW_-BHY SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/220-dragoon-gecko/ #leopardgecko #220 #animalsathomepodcast JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR: LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: http://www.dragoongecko.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dragoongecko/ http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnWPibMGvvmtRdHW2cge3qg/ Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: https://www.instagram.com/dragoongecko/ 00:00 Introducing Rebecca Hassler - Dragoon Gecko 2:02 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements 2:38 Welcome Rebecca + Her Experience in Leopard Geckos 11:10 Setting Yourself Up For Success in Breeding 22:53 Characteristics in Breeding vs Pet Quality Animals 29:16 Breeding with Established Geckos + Husbandry of Geckos 38:40 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub 39:42 Breeding Note Taking 40:57 Red Flags in Future Breeders 49:15 Sexing Leopard Geckos 50:44 Next Steps in Breeding + Growth 58:52 The Process of The Breeding Itself 1:08:40 Ovulation + Pairing in Leopard Geckos 1:22:32 Pairing of Females + Egg Laying 1:27:39 Incubation of Eggs 1:36:04 Supporting Hatchlings + Their Enclosures 1:42:07 Egg Laying Issues 1:46:05 Socializing Leopard Geckos 1:52:39 Rebecca's Love For Breeding Leopard Geckos 2:02:22 Closing Thoughts

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Jon Asher to the show to discuss his perspective on herpetoculture and his experience keeping and breeding crown giant anoles and Chamaeleolis! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Jon on IG: @crowngiant and @chamaeleolis MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Tommy Maxwell of Tommy's Reptiles discusses his start in reptile keeping, focusing primarily on keeping Frilled Dragons in outdoor enclosures. He also briefly discusses his experience as a U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer as well, highlighting reasons for joining, picking his job, and eventually retiring. Tommy discusses many aspects to frilled dragons including the enclosures he keeps them in, cohabitation, their personality, diet, size, natural behaviors, and more. He also goes over his struggles in breeding the species, with hopes to have clutches in the next couple of years. We also talk about his Spotted Turtle and Terrapin turtles, from their DIY bioactive enclosure builds, to cohabitation, to suggestions on good turtle species to keep. Tommy also highlights his love for monitor species and his start in purchasing his own Quinn Monitor, continuing to talk about their size, diets, and temperature requirements. Tommy also discusses short-from content creation and YouTube video creation, displaying his love and struggles with making videos. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/219-tommys-reptiles/ We Discuss: 00:00 Introducing Tommy Maxwell 2:07 The Bio Dude Bioactive Kits 2:42 Welcome Tommy + His Experience in The Navy 7:22 Career Aspirations + Start in Reptile Keeping 15:33 Tommy's Frilled Dragons 16:30 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub 17:31 Tommy's Frilled Dragons 21:00 Cohabitation + Outside Enclosures of Frilled Dragons 26:58 Personality of Frilled Dragons 28:25 Diet of Frilled Dragons 30:24 Size of Frilled Dragons + Natural Behaviors 33:07 Breeding + Pricing of Baby Frilled Dragons 38:34 Spotted Turtle + Terrapin Enclosure Builds + Cohabitation 48:58 Thoughts on Best Turtle Species 52:07 Monitor Lizard Species 56:40 Quinn Lizard Size + Diet 1:02:08 Start in Reptile Keeping + Content Creation 1:13:07 Chinese Water Dragons 1:18:08 Closing Thoughts SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Guest's Social Media Tommy's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdcxcz6rMrVTPK8XxGor0w Tommy's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tommys_reptiles/ Tommy's Website: https://tommysreptiles.com/ Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

Reptile Breeding is a passion for every reptile breeder! But how many of them line breed vs inbreed? The distinction between the two can make or break your breeding program!

In this video, I discuss my thoughts on the creator of Tiger King (Eric Goode) making a docuseries focused on the reptile trade and smuggling. The links to everything I cite in the video are below. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro - The Reptile King 1:00 What will this series be about? 2:40 Video Breakdown 3:44 Who is Eric Goode? 6:38 Who will be in the series? 8:22 Reptile Smuggling 13:33 Why Smuggle Reptiles? 15:30 Trafficking Overlap 17:29 Who is Tom Crutchfield? 23:04 Miami was the Wild West (Insane Criminal Activity) 30:01 Back to Tom Crutchfield 35:06 Croc Docs 35:41 Extinct or Alive Fraud 40:14 Eaten Alive with Paul Rosolie 44:15 Who is Tyler Nolan? 45:37 Who is Jeff Leibowitz? 47:36 Will Private Reptile Keeping Become Prohibited? 50:38 Positive Reptile Keepers 53:45 Closing Thoughts SOURCES USED (in order of appearance): Tiger King: https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81115994 https://www.vulture.com/article/eric-goode-animal-documentaries-tiger-king-chimp-crazy.html JRE #2203 https://youtu.be/3LhRFF02vSA?si=kP8uPP2dBJvyf1lD Big Cat Saftey Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/263 Captive Primate Safety Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4206 https://books.google.ca/books?id=JrwBAAAAMBAJ&printsec=frontcover&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q&f=false https://www.sonomanews.com/article/entertainment/tiger-king-director-eric-goode-found-his-lifes-through-line-in-sonoma/ https://www.turtleconservancy.org/ https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-08-25/chimp-crazy-hbo-eric-goode-tonka-tonia-haddix-dwayne-cunningham-tiger-king  @ChandlersWildLife  Reptiles With Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOaN5jDvgcI https://www.fws.gov/law/lacey-act#:~:text=The%20Lacey%20Act%2C%20as%20amended,States%20or%20any%20Indian... https://cites.org/eng/disc/what.php Best Tortoise For Beginners, Gabriel Mattei: https://youtu.be/aXco0t9DxKw https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/10041/495907 The Lizard King: https://amzn.to/3ZGHmRJ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/national/1993/07/03/police-find-snake-shipment-used-to-smuggle-cocaine/d3a28a9b-4a8f-48bb-88dc-7ed81ba13978/ https://www.chron.com/news/strange-weird/article/cocaine-found-in-tropical-fish-cargo-1607725.php Stolen World: https://amzn.to/4iGFXTZ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wong_Keng_Liang https://www.tampabay.com/archive/1995/04/20/reptile-dealer-sentenced-in-iguana-case/ Locked Up Abroad: https://amzn.to/3DfH0dn https://www.justice.gov/archive/opa/pr/1999/April/140enr.htm https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/snake-farm-shooting-tom-crutchfield-and-business-partner-bruce-stephenson-involved-in-deadly-argument-6556579 https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2000/08/28/information-frees-drug-kingpin/ Scarface: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086250/ https://screenrant.com/tiger-king-netflix-mario-tabraue-scarface-tony-montana/ https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/05/mario-tabraue-cocaine-kingpin-lobbying-congress-big-cats/ https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/1149958-tabraue-judgment.html https://www.browardpalmbeach.com/news/cold-blooded-smuggling-6331601 https://www.hbo.com/chimp-crazy https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdfl/pr/broward-wildlife-dealer-and-company-sentenced-scheme-harvest-and-sell-florida-turtles Do Reptiles Play?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4Q3Q2IMn3g&t=82s https://www.morphmarket.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZzYbMyVu1c https://www.morphmarket.com/us/c/reptiles/pythons/ball-pythons/2553730 https://crocdoc.ifas.ufl.edu/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/337770543_Rediscovering_the_Apaporis_Caiman_Caiman_crocodilus_apaporiensis_Notes_from_a_Long-Anticipated_Expedition Extinct or Alive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVYXK_PeQB4 JRE #1403: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCRjz1fyOE4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eaten_Alive_(TV_program) https://www.youtube.com/@TylerNolan King Cobra Bite!: https://youtu.be/ogg0y-nIiXk?si=VHNWHD3NLaom-Uos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8PKj8LkIso

We chat with milksnake mutations about hybrid snake breeding. The infamous inperial milksnake and jungle corn are discussed throughout. Could this be the first steps down the path to domestication? JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ReptilesandResearch PRODUCTS TO USE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/reptilesandresearch

John Kinney discusses his start in reptile keeping in the late 70's and 80's, working up to his large snake collection before moving away from the reptile hobby. He shares details of the issues he had during the time of keeping reptiles and the ethics behind it, as well as his experience in the animal testing pharmaceutical world. John shares what his previous duties were in that facility, the ethics behind it, his opinions on animal rights and PETA, and much more. Later on he highlights why he got back into reptile keeping and how he views the community today. We also discuss the snake species he is keeping currently as well as the enclosures he has them set up in. John also discusses his experience in working for Custom Reptile Habitats, experiencing the enclosure build offs with content creators, and his overall view of social media in the reptile community. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/218-john-kinney/ SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com Guest's Social Media https://www.instagram.com/brewkeepyr/ We Discuss: 0:00 Introducing John Kinney 3:30 Welcome John - Introduction to Reptile Keeping in The 80s 12:57 Prepared for Burmese Pythons? 15:45 Getting Out Of The Reptile Hobby 25:00 John's Experience in The Pharmaceutical World 25:18 Magic Mind Mental Shot 26:07 John's Experience in The Pharmaceutical World 44:20 John's Opinions on Animal Rights 52:10 Temple Grandin and Ethics of Cattle 1:03:24 Coming Back Into Reptile Keeping 1:09:24 Current Snakes He Keeps 1:14:29 Working At Custom Reptile Habitats 1:14:48 The Bio Dude Substrate + Bug Grub 1:15:49 Working At Custom Reptile Habitats 1:19:09 Enclosure Build Off 1:25:08 Domestication of Reptiles 1:33:22 Social Media's Impact on The Reptile Community 1:44:44 Being More Aware + Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

We are joined by herpetologist Tom Major and Ben Marshall from  @herpetologicalhighlights  to discuss how to become a herpetologist and much more!

Ben from Unseen Diversity discusses his tool, “My Vision for The Hobby” that he has created within Notion. This new project's purpose is to find the “why” in reptile keeping, forming a plan for the future in reptile keeping and in life in general, finding how and what you will do for your goals, and more. He discusses the need in finding why you want to keep reptiles in order to prioritize them, execute your visions for the species you keep, improvements on their enclosures and care, as well as the setups you keep them in. Ben also briefly discusses his experience with various species, including the Slow Loris and other similar species like it. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/217-unseen-diversity/ SPONSORS Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com Guest's Social Media https://www.xanthonycticebus.com/visiontool https://www.instagram.com/unseen.diversity/ We Discuss: 0:00 Introducing Ben - Unseen Diversity 2:14 The Bio Dude 2:49 Welcome Ben + Project Working on Reptile Software 11:59 The Purpose Behind Reptile Keeping 16:01 Involvement in The Hobby 20:17 Ben's Future Episode Projects 28:26 Using Notion for Reptile-Keeping Tools 33:10 My Vision For The Hobby Tool 37:52 Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub 38:52 Finding Your WHY - Creating Your Vision + Executing 49:22 Herpetoculture in Your Life 58:05 Why Do We Keep Reptiles 1:01:44 Finding the How + What 1:07:33 Reflecting on Your Current Situation 1:16:24 Executing Your Vision + Ranking Your Reptiles in Priority 1:29:42 Setup + Individuals in Your Care 1:37:11 Needed Improvements + More Reflection 1:44:33 Experience + Passion with Slow Loris 1:48:29 Goals for The Template + Donations 1:56:06 Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Paul Duren to the show to discuss his perspective on herpetoculture and his experience keeping and breeding scrub pythons using maternal incubation! Here's Zoom's AI description: "The team discussed their experiences and perspectives on herpetoculture, including their journeys into snake keeping, breeding and caring for various species, and the importance of trusting the animals' instincts. They also explored the impact of the morph market on herpetoculture, the importance of temperament and adaptability in animal keeping, and the potential for herpetology to become more mainstream. The conversation concluded with a focus on the need for empathy and understanding in herpetology and the importance of prioritizing animal welfare." Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: For questions and inquiries, add Paul on FB - search 'Paul Duren' MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Zoe and Jackson of The Anti Venom Support Group discuss their experience in dealing with snake bites and the anti-venom that comes along with it, covering both circumstances surrounding wild/native snake bites versus snakes in private collections. They both share details about the science of anti-venom, the shelf life, where it is made, and the expenses around obtaining anti-venom. Zoe and Jackson have also started their own center and support group that strives to assist venomous snake keepers in obtaining permits, the venom itself, and creating bite protocols to remain safe and keep these species of snakes responsibly. The two of them also share many myths around snake bites, the response to getting bit, and anti-venom, sharing the truth behind some of the fear. Zoe and Jackson also briefly discuss the animals they currently keep, where they were obtained, and how they got their start in reptiles and animals in general. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/216-antivenom-support-group/ SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com Guest's Social Media Fauna Learning Center – https://www.facebook.com/Zoereneeszoo/ Anti-Venom Support Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/753017469700280/ Zoe's IG – https://www.instagram.com/zoe_renees_zoo/ Zoe's TikTok – https://www.instagram.com/zoe_renees_zoo/ We Discuss 0:00 Introducing Zoe + Jackson - Anti-Venom Support Group 2:42 The Bio Dude 3:17 Welcome Zoe + Jackson - Circumstances w/ Snake Bites, Wild + Private 13:08 Anti-Venom + Private Sectors/Zoos 15:40 Involvement in Anti-Venom Solutions 19:42 The Science of Anti-Venom 21:29 Expense of Venom, Types, + Where It Is Made 27:16 How Much Venom Do You Need? 28:37 Process of Starting their Center 33:17 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub 34:18 Starting a Center - Continued 38:21 Anti-Venom Pricing, Storage, + The Nuances 42:39 In Case of Emergencies + Storms 45:23 Anti-Venom Support Group 52:43 Shelf Life of Anti-Venom 56:29 Creating Bite Protocols 1:03:30 Differences in Bite Protocols By Species 1:07:55 Ban on Non-Native Species 1:10:20 Myths About Anti-Venom 1:16:33 Zoe + Jackson's Start in Animals 1:21:23 Start of Their Facility 1:25:43 Species Kept + Where They Obtain Animals 1:34:00 Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Allen Repashy back to the show to discuss the origins of Rhacodactylus in herpetoculture, and the process of building Repashy Superfoods! Allen is a pioneer in herpetoculture, responsible in part for establishing a number of species, and also for advancing the realm of hero nutrition. In this episode, we discuss all of that, and a whole lot more! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Repashy on IG: @repashy Check out the Repashy product line: https://www.store.repashy.com MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Chad Steffen of Golden Coast Exotics discusses his reptile keeping and breeding hobby with a variety of very interesting and rarer snake species, as well as his passion in breeding high-quality, healthy snakes. He shares details of how he first got started in the reptile keeping hobby, starting in keeping Eastern Indigo Snakes, and the enrichment that he provides those species. Chad highlights the other species that he keeps such as bearded dragons, species of tree boas, Dominican Red Boas, Royal Snakes, and more, diving into the behaviors, diets, and breeding of each. He also discusses the interest in these kind of “left-of-center” species in comparison to the Ball python breeding obsession in the last fifteen years, saying that the diversity of the species we keep in the reptile hobby makes it all so much more fun and interesting. Chad also discusses his adventures in herping in Southern California, as well as aspects of loving the mundane chores involved in reptile keeping. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/215-golden-coast-exotics/ LINKS FROM EPISODE: Golden Coast Exotics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldencoastexotics/?hl=en Golden Coast Exotics Morph Market: https://www.morphmarket.com/stores/goldencoastexotics/ Golden Coast Exotics YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEM0FGo4IQyTDQ91doyZCNQ SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Introducing Chad Steffen - Golden Coast Exotics 2:00 Zoo Med Labs 2:25 Welcome Chad + His Start in Reptile Keeping and Breeding 13:18 Getting into Eastern Indigos 15:03 Magic Mind Shot 16:58 Eastern Indigo Enclosures + Enrichment 20:44 Outdoor Bearded Dragon Enclosures + Feeding 24:06 Chad's Collection Over the Years 27:30 Species of Tree Boa, Sanzinia + Breeding 35:18 Zoo Med Tortoise Diet 36:24 Tree Boa Behaviors and Size 38:27 Diversity in Snake Species + Ball Python Market Crash 46:00 Dominican Red Boas - Diets, Breeding + Colors 57:44 Boa Enclosures + Hides 59:04 Royal Snakes - Behavior, Breeding + Diets 1:05:20 Other Left-of-Center Species 1:08:51 Number of Adult Species + Drive to Keep Snakes 1:11:23 Herping in California 1:14:03 Loving the Process of Keeping Reptiles 1:18:15 Future Species 1:20:48 Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy offer a state of the union after our recent hiatus from the show! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Roy welcomes Adam Trimmings, Jonas Keil, and Savannah Noland to the show to discuss Abronia! We hear about their varied and extensive experiences keeping Abronia lizards - the dos and don'ts for success with the genus, and a whole lot more! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Adam on IG: @adamsdragons Follow Jonas on IG: @junglejonz Follow Savannah on IG: @perfect.hue.llc MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Jacop Frank of @northernreptiles joins us as our first Swedish reptile keeping guest, discussing his introductions to reptile keeping, a little bit about the reptile keeping regulations in Sweden, and the species that he keeps currently. He shares details of the Blackheaded python species that he keeps and has plans to breed, going over his interest in the species, their enclosures, scaping the enclosures, and equipment for them. Jacop also goes over his passion in observing his reptile's behaviors and taking reports rather than depending on internet care guides. Jacob also goes over his Scrub species of snakes, going over their feeding habits, temperatures, behaviors of the specific species, and more. The importance of paying attention to reptiles, monitoring their habits, and creating enclosures that make sense for their wild counterparts is a huge theme in this episode, and something Jacop is extremely passionate and educated on. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/214-northern-reptiles/ SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ Guest's Social Media Jacop's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northernreptiles/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCoLKShVGYLM2slyAY6aLdRA We Discuss: 0:00 Introducing Jacop Frank 1:38 ZooMed Labs 2:03 Welcome Jacop + Reptile Keeping in Sweden 3:30 Reptile Keeping Regulations in Sweden 7:15 First Introduction to Reptile Keeping 8:25 Species Gravitated Toward + Species Kept 9:57 Blackheaded Python Species + Their Enclosures 14:04 Plans to Breed Blackheaded Pythons 15:30 Rough Scaled Pythons - Interest + Enclosures 21:03 Scaping The Enclosures + Observing Behaviors 25:19 Equipment Used For Enclosures 26:49 Interest + Getting Into Scrub Species 31:10 Keeping Scrubs 31:28 ZooMed Labs Tortoise Food 32:33 Keeping Scrubs Continued - Feeding, Enclosures, Bites, etc 36:05 Zoo-like Enclosure Inspirations + Aspirations 38:05 Plants + Branches in Enclosures 40:22 Observing Behaviors + Creating Reports 42:13 Temperatures in Enclosures + Feeding Schedules 45:11 Bismarck Ringed Pythons Species 48:12 Interest in Only Snakes? 50:02 Other Dream Snake Species 52:09 Plans For YouTube Videos 54:10 Plans for Newly Hatched Baby Snakes 56:17 Blackheaded Snakes - Lizard Eaters 59:57 Ambitious Enclosures + Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

Joe of Scaped Nature located in Norwich, United Kingdom discusses his shop where he sells reptiles, plants, planted enclosures, and more. He shares details about his passions for correct lighting systems, working with customers of all interests and knowledge levels, and shares advice for other future and current reptile shopkeepers. Joe highlights his caring nature to connect with other reptile keepers who come into the shop, as well as his love for creating beautiful, planted enclosures for all of his reptile species. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/213-scaped-nature/ SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Guest's Social Media Scaped Nature FB: https://www.facebook.com/ScapedNature/ Scaped Nature YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ScapedNature We Discuss: 0:00 Introducing Joe of Scaped Nature, Norwich, UK 1:47 Zoo Med Labs 2:12 Welcome Joe - Getting into Reptile Keeping, Lighting, and Plants! 7:00 The Species Joe Keeps at Home + Feeding Dilemmas 10:47 History of Scaped Nature + Interest in Lighting Systems 21:47 What The Shop is Like + Species/Enclosures 28:08 Challenges of the Shop 33:50 Zoo Med Tortoise Food 34:55 Sourcing Animals to Sell + Breed 42:50 Species of Plants Sold + Used in Enclosures 45:30 Preference of Different Customers 51:21 Starting a Shop + Growing With The Times 59:50 Joe's YouTube Vlogs 1:06:03 Incoming Species to Scaped Nature 1:08:30 Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

Jack Thomson of gekkotaculture discusses his experience with keeping reptiles in general, as well as his recent love for various gecko species such as the Uroplatus genus. He talks about his experience in keeping his reptiles during college, as well as his career aspirations in working at ZooMed and where he is in that job now. One of the most popular aspect of Jack's care has been the addition of the “gecko room”, which is a tent set up in his garage that keeps the humidity and temperatures at the proper amounts, making the gecko species more maintainable to keep. He also goes over some of the downsides and additions that he would like to make to the tent set up, the species he keeps there, and the enclosures that he keeps them in. Jack goes over in detail what the husbandry of various Uroplatus species have outlined such as their diets, enclosure sizes, breeding activity, lighting, and humidity as well as any other aspects that came up in conversation. He also offers advice to people who are interested in keeping a species of Uroplatus, and shares the overall love that he has for the species & what makes them so interesting to keep. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/212-gekkotaculture/ SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Guest's Social Media: gekkotaculture website: https://www.gekkotaculture.com/ Jack's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gekkotaculture/ Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Introducing Jack Thomson - gekkotaculture 1:28 Zoo Med Labs Lighting 1:50 Welcome Jack + Getting into the Reptile Hobby 4:32 Reptile Keeping During College + Gecko Appreciation 8:20 Striving to Work At ZooMed 12:08 The Gecko Room 23:03 Enclosures Kept in The Gecko Room 24:23 Downsides + Additions to The Gecko Room 29:05 Species of Uroplatus + The Diversity 35:59 ZooMed ReptiSun T5 37:04 Husbandry of Uroplatus Species 39:36 Species Kept in The Gecko Room + Types of Enclosure Styles 45:13 Uroplatus Diets, Enclosure Sizes, Breeding, Lighting + Humidity 54:51 The Variety in Uroplatus Species 58:26 Uroplatus without Gecko Keeping Experience 1:00:35 Decor Pieces for Camouflage + Treating Wood 1:05:18 Why Are Uroplatus So Great? 1:08:12 Jack's Other Species Kept + Breeding Efforts 1:12:50 Jack's Role at ZooMed + AnimalCon 2024 1:21:18 Closing Thoughts

Phil Lietz of Arids Only discusses his experiences in breeding his uromastyx and other various species, as well as the future of Arids Only. He shares details on his opinions about established reptiles, farm bred reptiles, and wild caught reptiles and the differences between them, opening up a valuable conversation among breeders and keepers alike. Phil highlights the incorrect ways that keepers can spread half-truths about keeping reptiles, the guilt that we sometimes deal with, and how to think of reptile keeping in a more positive light. Phil also discusses a myriad of trade-off aspects relating to reptile care and animal care in general, bringing up the topic of captive vs wild perspectives. Show Notes: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/211-arids-only/ SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Guest's Social Media https://www.instagram.com/aridsonly/ https://www.facebook.com/aridsonly/ http://www.aridsonly.com/ Project Herpetoculture Podcast Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up - Zoo Med Labs Lighting 0:21 Introducing Phil Lietz 1:43 Welcome Phil & Thoughts on Fatherhood 8:15 Species Phil Works With + Future Of Arids Only 15:55 Volume of Uromastyx Dealt With 17:52 Established Reptiles + Farm Bred vs Wild Caught 22:42 Observing Practices for Education + Herpetoculture 26:51 Half Truths in Herpetoculture + Breeding 31:44 Care and Welfare for Breeding/Pets 34:42 Zoo Med Reptisun T5 UVB 35:48 Tolerance Without Changes in Care + Reproduction 41:55 Negative Framing in Herpetoculture + Trade-Offs 53:38 Negative vs Positive Aspects of Relationships with Animals 56:56 Committing Energy to Pets + Yourself 1:00:20 Companions vs Captive Animal + Benefits of Captivity 1:07:00 Verbiage + Differences in Perspectives 1:12:26 Guilt in Reptile Keeping + Minimalizing a Species 1:21:38 Complexities of Domesticated Animals + Human Goals for Animals 1:31:06 Closing Thoughts

In this video, we discuss building a robust breeding program and the difference between outcrossing, inbreeding, and line-breeding. Rain returns to the podcast to discuss how to build a proper breeding program. In the episode, we discuss the difference between a breeding project and a program, as well as the difference between the term "breed" and "species". Rain walks through outcrossing, inbreeding, and line-breeding, and the importance of culling. If you are interested in starting a reptile breeding project, then this episode is a must-listen. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/210-rain/ JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome CHECK OUT CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Rain's Email: darkxilverllc20@gmail.com Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: Provided by Rain WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up 1:26 Welcome Rain - The Importance of Following the Science 20:36 A Project vs. Breeding Program 29:11 The Difference between a Breed and Species 38:25 Production vs. Reproduction 48:19 Outcrossing vs. Line Breeding vs. Inbreeding 1:04:33 The Importance of Culling (hard vs soft) 1:14:04 Longterm Breeding Programs & the Power of Genetics 1:32:24 How Breeding Programs Will Save Herpetoculture 1:40:04 How to Build a Reptile Breeding Program 1:59:33 Maintaining Healthy Animals 2:08:07 Albino Green Tree Python Story 2:11:06 Breeding Healthy Morphs 2:16:27 Why We Should Take Breeding More Seriously 2:26:29 Closing Thoughts

Summer Melville of Kinova Reptiles discusses her background in reptile keeping, enrichment knowledge, and her career path that led to working with Kinova, the world's leading Ball Python breeder. She shares details on how Kinova works as a breeding facility, the size of the facility, and the various goals and transitions of Kinova as a whole. She also talks in-depth about how the transition from a snake living in a tub to being moved into a large PVC display enclosure can be difficult, and how to make that an easier process for your snake. Ball pythons are obviously not meant to live in tubs their whole lives, and Summer discusses how YouTube content with Kinova and the new changes to their systems may help make the transition to larger enclosures and pet homes easier. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/209-kinova/ SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Guest's Social Media Kinova Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jkobylka Kinova YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KINOVAReptiles New Ball Python Video: https://youtu.be/Mk3JTsQZDFs?si=XrjbxvgaexjkDqYe Summer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlwithscales Lori Torrini's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCp9jjIgZ_PX3n4UgznGnlwg We Discuss: 0:00 Coming Up - ZooMed Lighting 0:21 Introducing Summer Melville 2:39 Welcome Summer + Background in Reptiles 8:12 Beginnings in Enrichment + Freedom to Keeping Reptiles! 12:14 Learning From Lori Torrini 14:11 Summer's Career Path - Music + Kinova 20:44 Background on Kinova + Staying Out of Ball Python Drama 23:20 Size Of Facility at Kinova 26:43 Summer's View on Ball Python Tubs 29:30 The Realities of Changing Ball Python Set-Ups 34:36 Transitioning Enclosures 38:46 Tub or a Large Enclosure? 44:24 ZooMed Reptisun T5 Lamps 45:30 Will The Breeding System Change? 51:26 Response on Kinova's Video + Pet Keepers with Transitioning 55:57 Summer's Inspiration for the Ball Python Video 1:03:18 The Push for Content + Coping with Transition 1:07:16 Starting the Transition in Facility + Temperament Test 1:12:59 The Possible Progression in Breeding Facilities 1:17:10 Explanation of Cltch - Ball Python Records and Management 1:25:19 Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

Chuckey of Madbio discusses his experiences with zookeeping, specifically with crocodilians and monitors regarding their husbandry, training, and intelligence. He shares details about his beginnings in observing wildlife, to efforts in breeding, to now where he has a successful career in working hands-on with various species. Chuckey also discusses at length where issues lie with the private keeping of larger reptile species, as well as the common species in the reptile community and how they are treated. Invasive species are also a topic that he dives in with great knowledge, having been living in Florida which has the largest population of invasive species due to the reptile pet trade. Chuckey pushes for the proper keeping of reptiles, respect for their wild counterparts, and the importance of learning, growing, and discussing reptiles in the proper way on social media. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/208-madbio-reptiles/ WE DISCUSS: 00:00 Coming Up - ZooMed 0:22 Introducing Chuckey - MadBio 1:47 Welcome Chuckey + Beginnings in Wildlife 6:19 Cottonmouth Experience + Fear 7:36 Ball Python Breeding and Job Experiences 12:16 Caring and Connection with Animals 14:58 Training Alligators 17:50 Gator and Monitor Intelligence Levels 24:49 Chuckey's Favorite Species 26:08 Private Keeping of Large Reptile Species 29:12 Husbandry Needs for Crocodilians + Monitors 32:06 ZooMed Dragon Food 33:01 Chuckey's Personal Reptile Species 35:09 Opinions on Keeping Reptiles 44:49 Invasive Burmese Pythons in Florida + The Issue 54:37 Laws Surrounding Invasive Species 55:22 Chuckey's Views on USARK Florida 1:01:10 Operation Viper + Operation Chameleon 1:04:00 Importation + Breeding in Captivity 1:05:58 Potential for Improvement in the Reptile Community + Learning 1:12:59 Reptiles and Social Media 1:21:36 Closing Thoughts SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE https://www.instagram.com/madbioreptiles Support and Follow the show: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

Morgan Palmer of Tierra Turtles discusses multiple topics that are of importance to him and his family, as well as relatable to myself. He talks about his fascination with turtles from the beginning to now, where he has built extravagant outdoor enclosures for his over twenty species of turtle. He emphasizes the need for turtles to have access to fresh air and sunshine, highlighting that it had completely changed his turtle's behavior for the better. Morgan also discusses the need for a social media detox for many like himself, as the platforms that we find ourselves on for hours of the day can be detrimental to our mental health. He gives advice on what he has done to improve his relationship with social media, as well as using that to make more time for the more important aspects of life. Morgan also discusses the relationship that he strives to form with his daughter and the animals around her; highlighting that when kids learn early on how to treat animals, they will continue to do so throughout life. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/207-morgan-palmer/ SHOW SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/  @ZooMed  CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: https://www.instagram.com/tierraturtles Huge Snapping Turtle Photo Taken By Stu Hughes: https://www.facebook.com/groups/145005446090921/permalink/1474917883099664/?mibextid=K35XfP WE DISCUSS: 00:00 Coming Up - ZooMed 00:25 Introducing Morgan Palmer - Tierra Turtles 2:20 Welcome Morgan - The Beginning + Day Job 6:00 Morgan's Pets + Turtle Fascination 10:00 The Balance, Use + Negativity of Social Media 15:55 Social Media “Brumation” 18:06 Social Media Changes Through the Years 20:12 The Addiction Behind Social Media 21:04 The Positives of Social Media 24:29 Managing Time on Social Media 27:28 Reptile Hobby + The Digital World 29:14 Morgan's Rules For Social Media 32:32 ZooMed Grassland Tortoise Food 33:37 Dangers in Posting Reptiles on Social Media 36:00 Morgan's Rules Continued 39:20 Kids + Herpetoculture 50:44 Morgan's Turtle Species + Brumation 57:49 Indoor Enclosure - Lighting, Substrates, etc 1:04:15 Outdoor Setups for the Turtles + Building the Pond 1:15:23 Tips For Turtle Keeping 1:17:37 Substrate in The Pond 1:18:50 Thinking About Turtle Lifespan 1:22:27 Closing Thoughts

In this episode, we discuss how to train and tame your pet lizard or snake to improve their well-being. We discuss establishing trust with lizards and snakes, positive/negative reinforcement, and how to target-train your pet reptile. Ellie Hills, an animal welfare specialist joins the podcast to discuss her experience in animal welfare and what welfare means for reptile keepers. She discusses her viewpoints on controversial topics such as euthanasia, reinforcement training, and incorrect ways to enrich an animal in captivity. Ellie highlights her work in a ball python study that she and her colleagues are working on, which will discover the captive behaviors of ball pythons and how they interact with their respective environments. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/206-hills-herptiles/ SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Links from the Episode: Ellie Hills YT: https://youtube.com/@hillsherptiles Wild Welfare Video: https://youtu.be/7EAfP1nlsRU?si=aYdt4Hd2llEhHDSe Wild Welfare: https://wildwelfare.org Capacity building for better animal welfare: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-1090.2011.00136.x We Discuss: 00:00 Coming Up - ZooMed + The BioDude 0:57 Introducing Ellie Hills - Hill's Herptiles 2:28 Welcome Ellie - Her Animal and Reptile Experiences 7:00 Beginnings in Animal Welfare 10:30 Care and Welfare 16:16 Thoughts on Euthanasia and Suffering 21:42 How To Begin Positive Welfare 25:07 Ellie's Experience In Training 26:10 The Right & Wrong Way To Enrich an Animal 28:29 Stress in Reptiles 30:14 The Four Quadrants of Training + Stimulating Food Responses 39:10 ZooMed Dragon Food 40:06 How To Build a Relationship with Your Reptiles & Learned Experiences 44:44 Target Training in Reptiles 46:54 The BioDude Substrates + Bug Grub 47:55 Reading Your Reptile's Behavior 48:47 Ellie's Feeding Routines, Frustration Tolerance & Force 54:09 Ellie's Ball Python Behavior Study 1:05:29 Closing Thoughts Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

Tanner Serpa of SerpaDesigns and Dayyan Saylany of Reptiliatus discuss the ins and outs of building a paludarium for amphibians, reptiles, and other critters. They each share details of their experiences over the years in building paludariums, their successes and mistakes, as well as the details in building these types of enclosures – step by step. From types of enclosures you can build a paludarium in, filtration systems and equipment, hardscape materials and leaf litter, to managing waste from animals is discussed at length. Tanner and Dayyan also individually offer many different species of plants that can be used in semi-aquatic enclosures like these, from more common houseplants to even plants you can find outside. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/rt-9-paludarium/ SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/ CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE GUEST'S SOCIAL MEDIA: SerpaDesign Socials: https://youtube.com/@serpadesign https://www.instagram.com/serpadesign Reptiliatus Socials: https://youtube.com/@reptiliatus https://www.instagram.com/reptiliatus Plant Guide for Houseplants in Aquariums by SerpaDesign: https://youtu.be/S4dFawS68BQ WE DISCUSS: 00:00 Coming Up - ZooMed + The Bio Dude 1:00 Round Table - Building a Paludarium 2:12 Welcome Tanner + Dayyan 3:38 Work-Life Balance in Producing Content 8:36 Experiences in Creating Paludarium 11:25 What is a Paludarium? 13:07 Enclosure Types for Paludariums 18:00 Sections in the Enclosure - Land and Water 21:38 Filtration - Equipment, Drilling Glass, and Waste 33:15 The BioDude Substrates + Bug Grub 34:16 Filtration Continued 35:18 Creating Water Features 43:50 Hardscape Material Recommendations 50:44 Leaf Litters and Botanicals in Water 54:24 Plants for Paludariums 1:02:00 Zoo Med Dragon Food 1:02:55 Paludarium Plants Continued 1:08:14 Aquatic Animal Possibilities for Paludariums 1:15:39 Species with Heated Tanks? 1:16:48 Vampire Crabs 1:18:24 Reptiles + Amphibian Species in Paludariums 1:23:27 Cohabitation in Paludariums 1:28:59 Maintenance Tips and Water Changes for Paludariums 1:36:20 Closing Thoughts SUPPORT, SUBSCRIBE  & FOLLOW: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Lucas Lee of Centralian Exotics to the show! We hear about his background in herpetoculture, his primary interests in terms of keeping and breeding, his work as a field biologist and how it informs his keeping, his visions for the future, and a whole lot more. Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Lucas on IG: @centralian_exotics Check out Lucas' podcast, Carpets & Coffee: https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIiyMJQ1cXrVBSvymOTdc?si=2deba55893ce4142MERCH:https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.comExo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Thomas Griffiths owns Tomaskas Ltd, an animal lighting and husbandry consultancy out of the UK. In this episode, we discuss the ban on halogen & other incandescent heat lamps in the USA. Thomas explains what the ban means for the reptile industry moving forward, how to fight the ban, and also the science behind why we need to use incandescent bulbs for our animals. Thomas also discusses the European ban on T5 fluorescent tubes and some new exciting technology in the UVB lamp space. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/205-heat-bulb-ban/ SHOW SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com  @TheBioDudeJoshHalter  Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/  @ZooMed  CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: https://tomaskas.co.uk/ https://tomaskas.co.uk/dont-let-them-take-your-heat-bulbs/ https://www.instagram.com/thetomaskas/ Reptile Lighting FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReptileLighting/permalink/3222394354561805 We Discuss: 0:00 Coming Up The Bio Dude + Zoo Med 3:06 Welcome Thomas - What Is Going On? 12:51 The Halogen Ban 15:51 What is a Black Body Radiator? How Heat Lamps Work 26:18 Accidental Mismarketking - Heat Projectors 34:50 NERD Video - What they got wrong 43:18 NERD Video - What they got right 44:50 125W+ Is the Current Exception 46:02 The Zoo Med Labs Letter Leak 51:05 How To Fight The Halogen Ban 1:03:20 The Fluorescent Lamp Ban 1:05:44 New Exo Terra Bulbs 1:11:50 How Do UVB Fluorescent Tubes Function? 1:18:11 Understanding the Fluorescent Ban 1:30:18 What To Do Next? 1:35:52 Closing Thoughts

Til, Flo, Ben, & Stefan of The European Herpetoculture Podcast discuss the differences between European reptile keeping and American reptile keeping - in the differences in equipment, DIY enclosure builds, viewpoints, and willingness to experiment with enclosures. They each highlight the benefit of experimenting with reptile enclosures outside of social media, in order to develop a thought process on what works best for your individual reptile. Til and Ben dive into topics about native plants and how they can best suit a reptile from that native habitat, emphasizing the need for a naturalistic enclosure that embodies the natural environment of that animal. As they begin their journey with their new podcast, they also gain helpful advice from Dillon about how their podcast can be most successful - from questions to ask, equipment to use, and more. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/rt-8-euro-herp-podcast/ SHOW SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com  @TheBioDudeJoshHalter  Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/  @ZooMed  CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Til Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/til.landsioideae Flo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/de.reptiles Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unseen.diversity Stefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrariumchannel European Herpetoculture Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/europeanherpetoculture.podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/1dJrh9vJrIEUo9sAKxROqW?si=7tHbvpd1R2yBCOdhoz2XMg Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: The Guest's Instagram Accounts We Discuss: 0:00 Coming Up - ZooMed + The Bio Dude 1:02 Round Table - European Reptile Podcast Intro 2:22 Welcome Bene, Florian, Stefan, and Til 6:28 The Start of the European Reptile Podcast 11:36 Stefan's Thoughts on Inspiring Others 13:52 Division of Podcast Members 15:44 Goals Of The Podcast 21:30 Future Guests Of The Podcast 24:41 Filming a Podcast Q's 27:46 Til's Plant Advice 31:09 Podcast Microphone + Sponsorship Q's 34:29 ZooMed Dragon Food 35:24 Sponsorship Q's Continued 36:04 European vs American Herpetoculture 46:04 Turning Reptile Keeping Into a Business 48:48 Perception of Negative Aspects of The Hobby 51:27 Pet-Tube & Europe Language Barriers 55:26 Reptile Equipment Differences in Europe 1:02:16 Euro-Style Terrariums? 1:05:34 DIY Enclosures + Greenhouse Aesthetics 1:11:31 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub 1:12:31 Moving With Large DIY Enclosures 1:14:32 Focusing on Smaller Groups of Reptiles 1:20:00 Opinions of Others Online On Experimenting with Setups + Reptiles 1:27:14 Keeping Native Plants in Native Species' Enclosures 1:28:41 Experimenting with Recreating the Reptile's Habitat 1:32:26 Podcast Questions + Advice 1:38:30 Closing Thoughts

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Bill Strand of The Chameleon Academy to the show! We hear about his background in herpetoculture, how he has built a strong community within herpetoculture, the value of education, his visions for the future of our shared discipline, and a whole lot more. This is one of our most moving episodes to date! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon (www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Bill on IG: @chameleon_academy Follow The Reptile Entrepeneur: @reptileentrepeneur Check out The Chameleon Academy website: https://chameleonacademy.com MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Shira Loa of Snake Therapy discusses her journey with snakes - from her initial fear of snakes, her first snake purchase, to her work in snake education and husbandry advancement. She shares details of how her first interaction with a snake led her to a journey with her own snakes, as well as beginning interactions with other people in order form a connection with them and snakes. Her passion for the therapeutic benefits that reptiles can bring to their keepers shows as she discusses the various mental health benefits that have been seen in both neurodivergent and non-neurodivergent individuals. Shira also discusses the Neurodiversity and Reptile Keeping Survey that she created in hopes of understanding more about what reptile keeping can offer neurodivergent people, leading to talk about the potential for overconsumption of reptiles and traits that neurodivergent people have for keeping reptiles more efficiently. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/204-shira-loa/ SHOW SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com  @TheBioDudeJoshHalter  CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome CHECK OUT CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Survey: https://bit.ly/SnakeTherapySurvey https://www.youtube.com/@snake_therapy https://www.patreon.com/SnakeTherapywithShiraLoa https://shiraloametalwork.com/pages/snake-shed-metal-art-jewelry http://www.instagram.com/snaketherapy_shiraloa https://www.thelittlezoo.org/ We Discuss: 0:00 Coming Up 1:44 Welcome Shira - Her History With Snakes 5:05 Purchasing Her First Snake 8:59 From Fear to Fascination - How did it happen? 11:35 Shira's Home for Snakes - 9 Total! 13:50 The Start of Snake Therapy 18:45 Interactions With Animals Is Therapeutic 21:25 Shira's Work With The Little Zoo Non-Profit 23:20 Helping People Connect With Snakes 25:55 The Therapeutic Benefits That Snakes Can Give 28:32 Caring For Animals Helps With Mental Health 30:24 The Response From Social Media 32:35 The Bio Dude - Substrates and Diets 33:37 Neurodivergence & Reptiles 45:42 Neurodiversity and Reptile Keeping Survey 57:24 Reptiles Don't Have To Just Be For “Reptile People” 59:43 Overconsumption of Reptiles 1:04:47 Neurodivergent Keepers Can Make Better Keepers? 1:07:18 The Content's Purpose and Reach 1:11:13 Animal Welfare and Our Connections 1:14:05 Shira's Next Projects 1:17:25 Shira Loa Metal Work 1:19:03 Closing Thoughts

Thomas Marriott of Exotics Keeper Magazine discusses his recent expedition to New Caledonia to find Crested Geckos in the wild and to study the crested gecko's native habitat. He shared details about the environment, temperature, humidity, UV levels, and diet of wild Crested Geckos. Thomas highlighted the importance of replicating the natural habitat of crested geckos and debunked myths around their care, emphasizing the need for a varied and natural diet that includes insects, berries, and pollen. Thomas also discussed the creation of Blue River Diets, a brand that offers complete Crested Gecko diets made from natural ingredients. The diets are designed to closely mimic the geckos' natural diet in the wild, with a focus on sustainability and providing a high-protein and fragrant meal for the geckos. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/203-thomas-marriott/ SHOW SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com  @TheBioDudeJoshHalter  CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome CHECK OUT CUSTOM REPTILE HABITATS: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE: https://exoticskeeper.com/signup Crested Gecko Article: https://exoticskeeper.com/may20 https://exoticskeeper.com/ https://www.instagram.com/exoticskeeper/ https://blueriverdiets.com/ https://www.instagram.com/blue_river_diets/ Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: Provided by Thomas Marriott WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up 2:01 Welcome Thomas, Traveling 5:56 Trip to New Caledonia - Why did you go & where is it? 10:45 What were the first impressions of the island? 14:15 Expedition of the Isle of Pines 22:56 Where in the trees are Crested Geckos Found in the Wild? 29:43 What was it like to find the first one? 35:05 Replicating the Climate of New Caledonia is Captivity 51:30 Replicating the Physical Appearance of New Caledonia in Captivity 58:23 Crested Gecko Natural Diets & Busting Crested Gecko Husbandry Myths 1:09:52 Blue River Crested Gecko Diets 1:16:43 Closing Thoughts 1:21:16 Outro

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil welcomes Brandon Shiflett of Rare Earth Inc. to the show! We hear about his background in herpetoculture, how he built a successful business focused on dwarf monitors, how he has managed to maintain his passion and enthusiasm for herpetoculture, and a whole lot more. This is one of our favorite episodes to date! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Brandon on IG: @rareearthinc MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Myke Clarkson to the show! We hear about his background in herpetoculture, before waxing poetic about field herping, then diving into his role at the International Herpetological Symposium. We cover a lot of ground in this one in a really short time! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! SHOW NOTES: Follow Myke on IG: @mykeclarkson Check out the IHS website: https://www.iherpsymp.org Check out the HCI website: https://herpconservation.com/ MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UCdymrooiNVloQlxrW1FA Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Phil and Roy catch up after a brief hiatus! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon ( www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture ) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below! MERCH: https://www.projectherp.com/shop OUR SPONSORS: Custom Reptile Habitats: https://customreptilehabitats.com/PH Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code 'projectherp' for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com Exo Terra: https://exo-terra.com Tamura Designs (apply the code 'Herpetoculture' for 15% off): https://tamura-designs.com Happy Dragons: https://plus.happydragons.com/home SOCIAL LINKS: Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on Youtube: / @projectherpetoculture Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp

Luke Basulto, a tortoise biologist and conservationist, shares his passion for desert ecosystems, particularly the desert tortoise. He discusses the challenges facing the conservation of this species, including habitat loss, predation, and climate change. Luke emphasizes the importance of education and community engagement in conservation efforts, especially in underrepresented communities. Through his organization, Saving Slowpoke, Luke aims to connect people with nature and inspire them to protect these animals. Luke also shares a personal story about his father discovering a desert tortoise under a vehicle, which sparked his lifelong passion for these animals. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/202-luke-basulto/ SHOW SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com @TheBioDudeJoshHalter  Custom Reptile Habitats: https://www.animalsathome.ca/crh JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: https://www.instagram.com/luke_basulto/ https://www.instagram.com/savingslowpoke/ https://www.savingslowpoke.org/ Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: https://www.instagram.com/luke_basulto/ https://www.instagram.com/savingslowpoke/ WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up 1:26 In Memory of Dirk 5:16 Welcome Luke - Background & Intro to Desert Tortoises 22:37 California Desert Program Manager & Chuckwalla Monument 29:17 Replicating a Desert Ecosystem 36:23 Tips for Herping in the California Desert 42:13 Rattlesnake Canine Aversion Training 50:46 Desert Tortoise - Why are they Endangered? 1:07:43 Saving Slowpoke 1:14:08 From a Felon to Tortoise Conservationist 1:18:06 Closing Thoughts 1:19:23 Outro

Nick Stacey, is the founder of Fragile Planet Wildlife Park in South Texas, and the first person in the world to breed a rare species of toad, the Purple Harlequin Toad, Atelopus barbotini. Nick walks us through the method he uses to successfully breed the toads and also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a zoo from scratch. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/201-nick-stacey/ WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up 1:54 Welcome Nick- Background 10:34 Discovering Atelopus & Learning to Breed Them 33:21 Building a Wildlife Park 40:00 Talk us Through the Park (land & animals) 46:25 How do you Buy Zoo Animals? 51:26 Working with Ocelots and other big cats 55:35 When will the Zoo Open? 1:03:52 Advice for folks wanting to open a zoo? 1:06:56 Closing Thoughts 1:08:15 Outro SPONSORS: Visit Tomaskas Ltd. here: www.tomaskas.com Visit The BioDude here: www.thebiodude.com CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats HERE Guest's Social Media https://www.instagram.com/indicator_species/ https://www.instagram.com/fragileplanetwildlifepark/ https://www.fpwildlifepark.com/ Support, Subscribe  & Follow: CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOI Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/animalsathome Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnimalsatHomeChannel Follow on Instagram: @animalsathomeca