Podcasts about Herpetology

Dr. Jenkins sits down for part two of his conversation with Dr. James Emerson of Texas State University. In this episode, they dive into James' research on Crotalus ornatus, the recently reclassified eastern species of Black-tailed Rattlesnake found in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas. Despite its unique status, C. ornatus remains largely understudied. James shares insights from his fieldwork, including movement patterns, habitat use, diet, and more.Connect with James at Texas State University. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.If you like what you've been hearing on this podcast, consider supporting The Orianne Society today.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...With over 17 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...Today's episode includes the following guests:Guests: Beth Shapiro - Chief Scientist at Colossal Biosciences Professor Robin Alta Charo - Professor of Law and BioEthics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison Pontus Skoglund - Group Leader of the Francis Crick Institute's Ancient Genomics Laboratory Will Guyatt - The Smart 7's Tech Guru Grace Davidson - Womb Transplant Recipient and Mother of Amy Isabel Isabel Quiroga - Consultant Surgeon at the Oxford Transplant Centre, Professor Richard Smith - Clinical lead at the charity Womb Transplant UK and Consultant Gynaecological surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Artemizia Marubo - Nurse at the Medical Centre in the Javari Valley in the Amazon Doctor David Persse - Houston Health Department Dr Peter Marks - Former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and ResearchDonald Trump - President of the United States of America Marko Bjelonic -Inventor & Chief Dog handler, at Robot company RIVR Lauren Augustine - Director of Herpetology at the Philadelphia Zoo Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk This Episode is presented by Mike Wooller, written by Liam Thompson and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Gabriel Blouin-Demers, a professor at the University of Ottawa's Department of Biology, to explore the fascinating world of the Black Ratsnake (Pantherophis obsoletus), one of the most commonly encountered snake species in eastern North America. Drawing from Gabriel's extensive research at the northern edge of the species' range in Ontario, they begin by discussing the unique landscape where these snakes thrive. The conversation then delves into the Black Ratsnake's natural history before focusing on Gabriel's research, which highlights the critical role edge habitats play in various aspects of the species' ecology.Connect with Gabriel at the University of Ottawa. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.If you like what you've been hearing on this podcast, consider supporting The Orianne Society today.

This kid-safe edit of the classic Herpetology episode features frilly gills, frog tornadoes, legless lizards, and reasons to appreciate snakes. Also, why you shouldn't kiss one. Dr. David Steen is a beloved herpetologist and wildlife conservationist and his answers are full of facts and flim-flam busters. Dr. David Steen's website & InstagramA donation went to: The Alongside Wildlife FoundationFull-length (*not* G-rated) Herpetology episode + tons of science linksBecome a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, hoodies, totes!Follow Ologies on Instagram and BlueskyFollow Alie Ward on Instagram and TikTokSound editing by Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio Productions, Jarrett Sleeper of MindJam Media, and Steven Ray MorrisMade possible by work from Noel Dilworth, Susan Hale, Jacob Chaffee, Kelly R. Dwyer, Aveline Malek and Erin TalbertSmologies theme song by Harold Malcolm

In this episode of Snake Talk, Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Michael Dreslik from the Illinois Natural History Survey. With a career dedicated to wildlife research in Illinois, Mike has led several long-term studies, including one focused on the Massasauga (Sistrurus catenatus), one of the most threatened rattlesnake species in the state. Together, they explore the ecology of these fascinating snakes, ongoing conservation efforts, and the challenges they face for survival. Connect with Mike at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. James Emerson from Texas State University to discuss the fascinating ecology of Gray-banded Kingsnakes (Lampropeltis alterna). Their conversation begins with an exploration of the Trans-Pecos region, celebrated for its remarkable snake diversity. They delve into the first telemetry study on Gray-banded Kingsnakes, sharing insights into their movements, habitat preferences, and the factors that shape their behavior.Connect with James on LinkedIn. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Jack W. Sites discusses his research on reptiles and explains that we are stewards over the biodiversity of this planet. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Lauren Fuchs, a Ph.D. candidate and recipient of an Orianne Society research grant, to explore her unique journey into snake research. Lauren transitioned into herpetology after earning a Master's degree in Exercise Science and working in that field for years. In this episode, they delve into Lauren's fascinating research on how landscape disturbances impact the skin microbiomes of snakes and their susceptibility to Snake Fungal Disease. The conversation begins with an overview of microbiomes and Snake Fungal Disease, examining their intricate relationship, before transitioning to how changes in the environment may influence this dynamic.Read more about Lauren's research. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Dr. Dennis Ferraro, herpetologist, joins us to talk about the reptiles and amphibians that live in and around our gardens. Nebraska is home to many cool species, some can find habitat in our yards and some cannot.Learn more about his work on his website which includes an identification guide.For more in-depth show notes visit Bloom Box: Growing Deeper at: https://plantnebraska.org/podcastSend us your questions at growingwithbloombox@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail.Follow us @NEBloomBox on Facebook and InstagramFollow us @growingwithbloombox on PinterestLearn more about Bloom Box: https://plantnebraska.org/bloom-boxLearn more about the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum: https://plantnebraska.org

Happy Halloween from your grasslands PR Team! This month, Rachel confronts one of her worst childhood fears to bring us a tale of the strange and slithering: a group of animals so odd and cryptic that the existence of many species was only confirmed after their habitat was bulldozed. We're delving into the fascinating world of worm lizards, a world full of unknowns that still begs to be explored. After all, how can we learn about an animal that's virtually impossible to observe in the wild? A fanged and ferocious creature that creeps below our feet, hearing our every step, and slipping ever deeper into the darkness... Primary Sources: Baeckens, S., García‐Roa, R., Martín, J., Ortega, J., Huyghe, K., & Damme, R. V. (2016). Fossorial and durophagous: implications of molluscivory for head size and bite capacity in a burrowing worm lizard. Journal of Zoology, 301(3), 193–205. Guynup, Sharon. (2021, June 6). “Race against time”: Saving the snakes and lizards of Brazil's Cerrado. Mongabay Environmental News. García, E. R. (2020). How to maintain underground social relationships? Chemosensory sex, partner and self recognition in a fossorial amphisbaenian. PLoS ONE. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0237188  García, E. R. (2021). Offspring and adult chemosensory recognition by an amphisbaenian reptile may allow maintaining familiar links in the fossorial environment. Peerj. Ribeiro, L. B., Gomides, S. C., & Costa, H. C. (2020). A New Worm Lizard Species (Squamata: Amphisbaenidae: Amphisbaena) with Non-autotomic Tail, from Northeastern Brazil. Journal of Herpetology, 54(1), 9. Ortega, J. (2021). Going underground: short- and long-term movements may reveal the fossorial spatial ecology of an amphisbaenian. Movement Ecology.  +++ More of Our Work +++ Website Facebook TikTok Twitch +++ Contact Us +++ Text/Call: (316)-512-8933 info@grasslandgroupies.org +++ Support Us +++ Bonfire Merch Store CashApp: $GrasslandGroupies Or... donate directly to our org.

Hello everyone and welcome to Episode One Hundred and Two!  And while we're at it, I hope you all remain safe and healthy out there, including all the folks who are recovering in the aftermath of hurricanes Helene and Milton. Well my summer hiatus is over and it's time to start cranking out the content once again. I really needed a break, not only to get the creative juices flowing again, but to also build a little backlog of recorded episodes and to solve some technical issues.  Many technical issues actually, but it's good to be back in the chair and talking with you all. As always, I am grateful to all the show's patrons who help to keep the show moving forward. And if you're out there listening and you would like to kick in a few bucks, it's easy to do, you simply go to the So Much Pingle Patreon page. You can support the show for as little as three bucks a month – less than a fancy cup of coffee!  PLEASE NOTE:  Starting in November 2024, Apple will be charging a 30% fee for any Patreon transactions made through an iPhone or iPad using the Patreon app.  To get around this, go directly to Patreon.com, or use an Android device. If you already contribute to So Much Pingle, nothing changes, unless you decide to change how much you contribute.  In that case use an Android device or a computer to access the Patreon web site to make your changes, and avoid the ridiculous 30% fee. You can also support the show via one-time contributions via PayPal or Venmo (please contact me via email to somuchpingle@gmail.com). And thank you! In late August and early September I spent three weeks in Indonesia, starting with Bali, and then moving east to Flores and Komodo and Rincha in the Lesser Sundas chain, and then finishing up the trip with some days in southwestern Borneo.  The trip was organized by Dr. Andrew Durso, who you may remember from season 3 episode 65, and Dave Davenport of EcoQuest Travel.  The trip was built around the World Congress of Herpetology, held in Borneo this year, and so we had some herpetologists on the tour, including Rory Telemeco and Dan Warner. I recorded an interview with Dan and Rory at a hotel layover in Surabaya, Java, they were gracious enough to give me a chunk of their time.  We talked about some of our experiences on the trip and then we got into some of the herp research projects that these gentlemen are working on. Thanks for talking with me, Rory and Dan! And thanks for listening everyone! And as always, please keep the comments and suggestions coming, and please take time to rate the show on your podcast platform! The show email is somuchpingle@gmail.com, and there's also a So Much Pingle group on Facebook, for discussion, comments, feedback, suggestions, herp confessions, tips for herping better, etc. -Mike    

In this episode, Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Rich Seigel of Towson University, a leading figure in reptile ecology. Rich's work, including books that greatly influenced Chris' path as a snake ecologist, is explored along with his journey from New York City to the swamps of the South and Midwest, and finally to Towson. The discussion highlights the critical value of long-term research, focusing on projects involving species like massasaugas and terrapins. With Rich's vast experience in snake ecology and conservation, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.Connect with Rich at Towson University. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

An unexpected crossover is afoot! Hiral and Mark met up with Dr Thomas Marshall and Benjamin M. Marshall of the Herpetological Hightlights Podcast while they were at the 10th World Congress of Herpetology in Kuching, Malaysia. We sat down together and talked about the amazing conference, podcasts, and the herpetological community at large. We had… Read more The post SquaMates Ep. 28: All day and all of the night (feat. Herpetological Highlights!) first appeared on SquaMates.

At the World Congress of Herpetology in Borneo we had the pleasure of meeting Mark and Hiral from the SquaMates Podcast, and took the opportunity to record an episode together. You can watch the video on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ptXlOtEzivs  Check out Mark D. Scherz, Ethan Kocak, Gabriel Ugueto, and Hiral Naik in the SquaMates Podcast: http://squamatespod.com/  Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/herphighlights Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/herphighlights/shop Full reference list available here: http://www.herphighlights.podbean.com Editing and Music: Intro/outro – Treehouse by Ed Nelson Species Bi-week theme – Michael Timothy Other Music – The Passion HiFi, https://www.thepassionhifi.com

Back from the World Congress in Borneo, we catch up about the experience, and finish with the recording of the mini podcast we did in front of a live audience. Special thanks to the Singapore Herpetological Society for inviting us to speak in their symposium about outreach and inclusivity in herpetology. Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/herphighlights Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/herphighlights/shop Full reference list available here: http://www.herphighlights.podbean.com Presentations at WCH References: Isaac Krone, Kat Magoulick and Ryan Yohler “All (the Herps) the Earth will not Remember: How Geographic Gaps Pattern the Future Fossil Record of Reptiles and Amphibians” Chantelle Derez, Cameron Baker, Joshua Llinas, Ross Dwyer and Richard Fuller “No Place Like Home: Relocated ‘Nuisance' Pythons Move Further and Die Earlier” Kaiqi Wu, Peng Guo, Yayong Wu and Gang Gao “From Plateau to Clouds - How to Promote Herpetology Research in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau through Online Science Popularisation” Documentaries at: https://www.youtube.com/@Terraristik4all/videos & space.bilibili.com/485572109 Sarin Tiatragul, Alexander Skeels and Scott Keogh “Spaghetti and Sausages: A Nonadaptive Radiation of Australian Blindsnakes” Krystal A. Tolley, Wade K. Stanton-Jones, Jody M. Barends, Melissa Petford, Anthony Herrel and Graham J. Alexander “Responses to Habitat Change in Knysna Dwarf Chameleons (Bradypodion damaranum)” Check out the Singapore Herpetological Society: https://herpsocsg.com/  Editing and Music: Intro/outro – Treehouse by Ed Nelson Species Bi-week theme – Michael Timothy Other Music – The Passion HiFi, https://www.thepassionhifi.com

Join Dr. Jenkins as he sits down with Dr. Michael Caldwell, a professor at the University of Alberta, to discuss their recent media-highlighted discovery of 38-million-year-old snake fossils in Wyoming. Their in-depth conversation starts with the surprising discovery of an early snake fossil in an Israeli museum, challenging our understanding of snake origins. They delve into various taxonomic groups, exploring the relationships between lizards and snakes, possible scenarios for snake evolution, and what the Earth was like when snakes first appeared. Despite the complexity and many Latin names, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in snakes.Connect with Michael at the University of Alberta. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with returning guest Noah Fields to talk about “flashy” colubrids. They start by discussing the colorful, large, and awe-inspiring characteristics that draw people to some of these snakes. Then, they delve into both kingsnakes and milksnakes, including their distribution, species vs. subspecies, and natural history. The conversation transitions from Scarlet Kingsnakes in unusual places to milk snakes living in the North. They finish the episode by focusing on Eastern Kingsnakes, specifically field herping for them, their natural history, and their conservation status in the Southeast.Connect with Noah on YouTube.Check out Noah's photos 1, 2 and 3 of the Eastern Kingsnake feeding on the Eastern Ratsnake, referred to in the podcast. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Join Dr. Jenkins as he sits down with María Elena Barragán-Paladines from the Quito Vivarium to explore the remarkable work being done in education, outreach, and conservation. Dive into the world of one of the planet's most fascinating creatures, the Chocoan Bushmaster, as María Elena provides an in-depth look at the Choco region and the distribution of these elusive snakes.Learn about the challenges facing the bushmaster and the broader natural environment in the region, particularly in Ecuador. They discuss the general ecology of bushmasters and a groundbreaking new project aimed at understanding the species' ecology. Discover how you can get involved and support their vital conservation efforts. Connect with María Elena at Vivarium de Quito.  Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Snakes are often seen as slithery, slimy and scary. But these intriguing non-legged creatures have made CrowdScience listener Okello from Uganda wonder how they move – more specifically, he wants to know how they climb trees so easily, and so fast. Presenter Caroline Steel meets snake expert Mark O'Shea to investigate the ingenious methods different snakes use to scale a tree trunk, and gets a demonstration from a very agreeable corn snake at a zoo.Snake movement isn't just your typical S-shaped slithering: these reptiles move in a remarkably diverse range of ways. Melissa Miller from the University of Florida explains all the range of motion snakes can employ to effectively travel along the ground as well as at height.Caroline witnesses this in action as we pay a steamy visit to the Everglades National Park in Florida, USA, tracking pythons across the vast swamps there. We find out why understanding these pythons' movement is vitally important for conserving the local ecosystem.Contributors: Dr Melissa Miller, Research Assistant Scientist, University of Florida Brandon Welty, Wildlife Biologist, University of Florida Prof Mark O'Shea MBE, Professor of Herpetology, University of WolverhamptonPresenter: Caroline Steel Producer: Hannah Fisher Editor: Cathy Edwards Production Co-ordinator: Ishmael Soriano Studio Manager: Neva Missirian

Kim Sash, the Biological Monitoring Coordinator for Tall Timbers Research Station, joins us to shed light on how fire shapes reptilian and amphibian habitat, the challenges of applying fire regimes to wetland management, and how fire is used to help conserve these fascinating creatures. Resources: Bailey, M. A., et al. (2006). Habitat management guidelines for amphibians and reptiles of the southeastern United States. Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Technical Publication HMG-2, Montgomery, Alabama, 88.   Kim Sash Contact, Tall Timbers Dr. Carolina Baruzzi wildlandmgmt, Academic Profile Dr. Marcus Lashley DrDisturbance, Academic Profile   Have suggestions for future episodes? Send us your feedback! (here) Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science! Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all. This podcast is supported by listener donations - thank you for being a part of this effort. For more information, follow UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.   Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak  

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Michael Starkey, Founder and Executive Director of Save the Snakes. They begin the discussion by talking about Michael's path to conservation - it is an inspiring story that is somewhat different from most. They then delve into the work of Save the Snakes, focusing on conserving snakes around the world using a combination of conservation science, outreach, education, and community conservation. If you are interested in snake conservation, you will not want to miss this episode.Connect with Michael at Save the Snakes.  Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

In this episode, Mel sits down with "Right Side" to take a deep dive into Philosophy. Specifically German Idealism and the work of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel.  HONORABLE MENTIONS for this episode: Right Side  @xxclusionary   Useless Eaterz on X @eatersuseless https://www.youtube.com/ @UselessEatersPod   Mel  @thatsfunnymel  https://linktr.ee/ThatsFunnyMel K @authenticTERF linktr.ee/k_carnelian Wikipedia Dictionary.com Also discussed: Herpetology, Paleontology, Continental philosophy, Materialism, Holism, Jakob Bohme, Karl Marx, TzimTzum/SimSum, Kabbalah and Lurianic Kabbalah, Hypernomian Morality, Existentialism, Post-modernism, Eschaton, Abracadabra, Man as God, Transhumanism, The Singularity, Physiognamy and Gen Z. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itismaam/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itismaam/support

Dr. Jenkins sits down with returning guest Dr. Emily Taylor to discuss some exciting new developments in the world of snakes. First, they delve into her new book, "California Snakes and How to Find Them," which explores each species in California and offers field herping advice for encountering the state's diverse snake population. Then, the conversation shifts to a Prairie Rattlesnake den and gestation site in Colorado. This site is home to thousands of rattlesnakes, and Emily is installing a live streaming camera that will enable viewers to observe the snakes in real time.Connect with Emily at California Polytechnic State University. Purchase California Snakes and How to Find them. Check out Project RattleCam! Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how leaving snakes on site can actually be a huge asset for pest control around the barn and garden. We also have our monthly What's Bugging My Tree segment. 6.5.24.  Watch Video From the Woods Today

For the past few years I have been going out at night in May to record the calls of American Toads (Anaxyrus americanus) and Leopard Frogs (Lithobates pipiens) by the Eramosa River. I used to live much closer to the river and I could hear the songs from my window at night. When I heard those songs, I knew it was time to go record, and that the radio show that week was going to be the calls of the Anurans. The problem was that lately, it has been pretty quiet on the home front. Maybe it was a bit too chilly for the Anurans to sing, or the rain has prevented me from bringing my recorders out, lest they get destroyed. But there have also been some really good nights, quite suitable for toad and frog song, but still it was quiet but for the Canada Geese (Branta canadensis). What was going on? Turns out that the frogs just aren't in the river where they usually are, probably due to an oil spill last April in the spot where I usually go record. I ended up going to a small wetland with a friend and there we recorded a different species, the Northern Green Frogs (Lithobates clamitans melanota) calling in a small Cattail (Typha sp.) swamp. There's a profound beauty in allowing the non-human world to articulate themselves, and to give language voice, sharing their expression on platforms often dominated by our human-centric narratives. Collaborating with other life forms for my show allows me to fill in some details here and there from my books, but really, the other life has other language to carry the show and I don't need to interfere. It really is a gift to listen in on these non-human conversations, and I think we should practice that listening as much as possible. I recognize that traipsing about the river at night is not a sport everyone can enjoy; it may not be safe or may not be fun, but getting the chance to tune into the voices and songs of other animals is definitely a chance to learn. By offering our platforms to amplify the voices of other beings, we can not only expand our awareness of the world, but I believe it helps to promote their selfhood and agency, and remind us all of the inherent worth and value of all the others who take up space, and make place on the lands, and in the waters, we share. And when it comes to us humans, by practicing the art of listening, we are also working to kick at the bounds which isolate us from the rest of the world. Listen in and hear what the Green Frogs have to say. To learn more : Herpetology (3rd ed.) by Laurie J. Vitt and Janalee P. Caldwell. Elsevier, 2009.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Clint Guadiana, Curator of Reptiles and Amphibians at Gladys Porter Zoo and one of the field herping experts for extreme south Texas, a region known for its unique biodiversity and a popular destination for field herpers. They discuss field herping in the region, the "Big 5" species for which the region is famous, the tin stacking technique that Clint developed (which significantly increases the number of snakes he finds) and the Gladys Porter Zoo, including its reptile and amphibian collection and the conservation work it focuses on.Connect with Clint at the Gladys Porter Zoo. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Peyton Niebanck to discuss the lengthy journey toward becoming a snake biologist. Peyton, a technician with The Orianne Society working on surveying Indigo Snakes, shares insights from the early stages of her career. They delve into Peyton's college experience and the various activities she pursued to bolster her prospects in the field. They explore the peaks and valleys of her past four years, during which she has traversed the country, undertaking seasonal positions to accumulate experience. Finally, they examine her endeavors to secure a permanent position or gain admission to graduate school. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Snakes......why did it have to be snakes!  Rattlesnake season is upon us so we're talking safety!

Welcome Czarists! On this episode we're joined by the great Justin from Cryptids of the Corn! This was an awesome conversation where we covered all things cryptids, specifically Sasquatch, Mothman and Batsquatch. Justin has a Herpetology background and approaches cryptozoology from a uniquely scientific perspective. Come join us on this hilariously informative ride and please go show Cryptids of the Corn some love!https://www.cryptidsofthecorn.com/Paranoidamerican.comChaostwins.comhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/producerism/the-chosen-juan-2-secret-society-of-the-podfatherhttps://altmediaunited.com/reality-czars/https://rokfin.com/post/97520/The-Search-for-Psychic-Sasquatch-https://linktr.ee/realityczarspodQuestions, comments or want to collaborate? Send us an email realityczars@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realityczars/support

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Stephen Mullin to discuss his career as a herpetologist. While many academics concentrate on specific questions in science, landscapes, or species, Steve has chosen to be a generalist, exploring various questions in diverse landscapes and species. The conversation delves into the distinctions between being a generalist and a specialist. They also cover stories and research projects involving a broad spectrum of species, including hognose snakes, kingsnakes, and mangrove snakes.Connect with Stephen at the Mullin Herpetology Lab.  Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Missouri's Ozark and eastern hellbender populations are endangered, but a special partnership between the Missouri Department of Conservation and the Saint Louis Zoo is helping these salamanders stage a comeback. In February's episode, hear from Justin Elden, Curator of Herpetology and Aquatics at the Saint Louis Zoo, and Director of the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Institute Ron and Karen Goellner Center for Hellbender Conservation, as he shows us around the Zoo's Herpetarium and talks about the challenges and success stories around this special breeding program.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Jake Socha from Virginia Tech University to delve into the biomechanics of flying snakes. They begin the discussion by exploring how certain flying lizards inspired Jake to embark on the study of snakes. They discuss the general natural history of flying snakes before delving into the specifics of their biomechanics. The biomechanics discussion encompasses everything from launch to landing. You won't want to miss this one!Connect with Jake at The Socha Lab. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

How many book clubs are too many book clubs? Emily says she's just trying to keep busy. But her daughter, Hannah, wants her hard-working mom to enjoy her retirement rather than filling it with obligations. Who's right? Who's wrong?We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman.Thanks to reddit user u/cabridges for naming this week's case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at maximumfun.reddit.com!

Part 2 of our Timber Rattlesnake episode. If you haven't listened to part 1, go and do that. We'll wait right here for you. The episode was recorded on December 7, 2023 at Hunters Creek County Park in East Aurora, NY.Episode NotesWhen the guys discussed the different types of snake teeth, Steve wondered if the word solenoglyphous, which refers to snakes with two large, hinged fangs (like the Timber Rattlesnake), has any relation to nightshades, which are plants in the genus Solanum. Bill could have cleared it up right away if he had been sharp enough to notice the difference in spelling. Upon getting home and doing some research, he found that the root soleno is Greek, and it means a tube or pipe. This makes sense given that solenoglyphous snakes have large, hollow fangs. The second part of the word - glyphos – means to cut or carve, so solenoglyphous could be taken to mean “hollow fangs that cut or carve”. Incidentally, Bill also tried to look up what Solanum means. He found many circular references – sites that said Solanum means nightshade, and that nightshade means Solanum. The most promising reference he found said that Solanum possibly stems from the Latin word sol, meaning "sun", referring to the nightshades love of sun, maybe? Steve asked if proteroglyphous fangs (the smaller, unhinged fangs in species like the Coral Snake) are hollow. Bill thought they might be, and he was right. A little internet digging led to this blog post that had a handy-dandy cross-section of the different types of snake teeth. Can owls identify venomous snakes? While we couldn't find any studies, or even any general articles, that covered this specific question, we did find an interesting study that looked at venom resistance in a variety of animals. The research “analyzed the molecular resistance against cobra venom and found considerable differences in resistance between animas groups.” It showed that several mammal species, such as the Honey Badger and the Asian Mongoose, independently evolved resistance to cobra venom, but the snake-eating bird species looked at showed no resistance. The study's authors hypothesized that "…the resistance is redundant: There is no selection pressure for it. Birds have feathers, scaly legs, excellent vision, are very intelligent, and are very agile. The snakes don't stand a chance against all these adaptations, so birds just don't need to be resistant." So, while we don't know if owls can ID venomous snakes, at least one team of researchers feels that snake-eating birds are such bad-ass hunters, with so many tools in their evolutionary toolbox, that they wouldn't even need to tell the difference between venomous and nonvenomous snakes. And that answers another question the guys asked: Do Honey Badgers eat venomous critters? They do! And the story of how is shared in this great article from Slate. Our favorite quote: “Evolving to withstand snake venom [and so be able to eat a venomous snake] is like being the only person at a party who can eat the extra-hot salsa: You get it all to yourself. Plus…this means the honey badger gets to hunt fairly slow-moving prey with only one pointy end, rather than fast prey with one pointy end plus four sets of claws.”Steve was correct in calling our Bill for referring to the England as United Kingdom during the USA's colonial period. The UK did not form until 1801, when the Kingdom of Ireland joined with Scotland, England, and Wales. Please comment below if you notice any mistakes or unanswered questions in the episode.Episode LinksAs the guys mentioned in the episode, you should check out Snoop Dogg's delightful series of nature videos: Plizzanet EarthHere's more info on The Rattlesnake Roundup in Sweetwater, Texas.Wild Snake Education and Discussion Group's article about Timber Rattlesnakes. And here's a link to their Facebook group, too.Visit the North American Snakebite Registry The paper describing the wiener dog bitten by a rattlesnake. If you can look without your heart breaking, you can scroll down to see the pictures and videos. Check out the National Park Service's handy-dandy breakdown of snake dentition. And this blog post, mentioned above, presents some of the same info and more.Timber Rattlesnakes are intertwined with US history. Look into the Timber Rattlesnake and it's connections to Ben Franklin and the American RevolutionSponsors and Ways to Support UsThank you to Always Wandering Art (Website and Etsy Shop) for providing the artwork for this episode. Gumleaf Boots, USA (free shipping for patrons)Support us on Patreon!Check out the Field Guides merch at our Teespring store. It's really a great deal: you get to pay us to turn your body into a billboard for the podcast!References / Works CitedAdamski, Jonathan (2020) Viperid Spotlight: Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus). Available at: https://wsed.org/viperid-spotlight-timber-rattlesnake-crotalus-horridus/ (Accessed: 10-20-23).Clark, R.W., 2002. Diet of the timber rattlesnake, Crotalus horridus. Journal of Herpetology, 36(3), pp.494-499.Glenn, J.L., Straight, R.C. and Wolt, T.B., 1994. Regional variation in the presence of canebrake toxin in Crotalus horridus venom. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part C: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Endocrinology, 107(3), pp.337-346.New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (2013) Species Assessment for Timber rattlesnake. Available at: https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/wildlife_pdf/sgcntimberrattlesnak.pdf. (Accessed 11-20-2023). Rokyta, D.R., Wray, K.P. and Margres, M.J., 2013. The genesis of an exceptionally lethal venom in the timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) revealed through comparative venom-gland transcriptomics. BMC Genomics, 14, pp.1-21.

On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Mississippi is home to many different types of animals, some that fly, some that swim, and some that creep along the ground. Those “creeping animals,” or reptiles and amphibians, are the subject for today's show. We are joined by Conservation biologist and Herpetologist at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Emily Field. She'll tell us about the creeping creatures that call Mississippi home, and her special interest in the elusive Hellbender.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Alison Rabosky, the Curator of Herpetology at the University of Michigan Museum of Zoology, to talk about museum collections of snakes. They begin by talking about Alison's research on color patterns and mimicry in lizards and snakes. They delve into the acquisition and management of museum collections, and highlight a recent acquisition that now positions the University of Michigan Museum of Zoology with the largest collection of snakes in the United States, if not the world. The conversation also addresses criticisms faced by natural history museums, emphasizing their significant contribution to understanding snake biology and conservation.Connect with Alison at the University of Michigan. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, we wager you'll enjoy this dive into the shiny (not slimy) world of rattlesnakes. This episode, the guys take a close look (but not too close) at the Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus), trying to show how it's not out to kill you and also finding out how it ended up on the “Don't Tread On Me” flag. Plus, they introduce the newest field guide, Daniel! The episode was recorded on December 7, 2023 at Hunters Creek County Park in East Aurora, NY.Episode NotesOne intriguing question that came up was, “If rattlesnakes that rattle call attention to themselves and get killed by humans, does this mean we're inadvertently selecting for rattlesnakes that don't rattle and creating populations of silent rattlers?” It's an idea that sounds logical, but, as the guys have discovered on many other occasions, that doesn't mean it's true. After some digging through a variety of sources, the guys could find zero research-based evidence supporting the idea of this phenomenon. There are news stories that promote it, but all the ones that do seem to base their info on anecdotal accounts. The most interesting source - and the one the guys found to be the most skeptical (in the best sense of the word) - was from Rattlesnake Solutions LLC, an Arizona-based rattlesnake removal and consulting service. This is ironic because Bill went out of his way during the episode to caution listeners to be wary of such sites, but this one seems to genuinely want to not only share solid info about rattlesnakes but also to combat misinformation. In a post called, “Are rattlesnakes evolving to rattle less, or losing their rattles?”, they explained:Rattlesnakes don't often rattle in the wild, even when there's someone looking at them. This is a great example of confirmation bias. If you hear that rattlesnakes aren't rattling any longer, and you then see a rattlesnake just sitting there and not rattling, this can serve as confirmation that the rumors are true. You then tell others this is the case, having first-hand experience on the matter, comment on Facebook, etc. Just like that, you've become the latest node in the spread of nonsense without realizing it.This can be even more confusing for long-term hikers with a lot of experience, who report seeing this phenomenon over time (decades even), where rattlesnakes used to rattle but now most of the rattlesnakes they see don't: therefore the myth is true. What these anecdotes really look like is something much more simple to explain. Over the years, these people have simply become better at seeing rattlesnakes, and peaceful sightings of rattlesnakes just sitting silent, as they usually do, become more frequent.Check out their full post for more information.Do any snake species have eyelids? As far as we could find, no. Instead, snakes have a brille; a transparent, disc-shaped, immobile scale that covers the eye.Is Pennsylvania one of the “biggest hunting states”? During the episode, Steve asked if he was right thinking that Pennsylvania was one of the biggest hunting states, and Bill confirmed it, pretending that he had some knowledge of whether this was true or not. He looked into it after recording and found this listing of states, ranked according to the number of hunters. Turns out Pennsylvania is #23 (Wyoming is number 1), so Bill was just straight-up wrong. At what point does inactivity cross the line and become brumation? This was a question to which we could not find a definitive answer. From reading several articles, the best explanation the guys could cobble together was that brumation is typically long-term, seasonal, and is something animals prepare for by eating more food, while inactivity is short-term and sporadic. But take that last sentence with a grain of salt; like with hibernation, brumation seems to occur on a spectrum that can vary with species and conditions. More info here.Does the Timber Rattlesnake breeding season differ from north to south? The guys could find no definitive answer for this either, but by looking at descriptions of Timber Rattlesnake breeding seasons state-by-state, they did notice differences. For example, in their home state of NY, it was noted that Timbers breed from early summer (June/July) to early autumn (Sept/Oct), while the National Forest Service listed the Timber's breeding season in Florida as August through October. So, there appears to be a later start to the breeding season further south, and the breeding season appears shorter there, as well. Are sharks viviparous or ovoviviparous? Turns out that sharks are similar to snakes in that some lay eggs (oviparous), some give birth to live young (viviparous), and some have eggs that hatch in the body (ovoviviparous). And, just to make it more complicated, there are some records of sharks reproducing asexually. Finally, Daniel wondered what happens to the eggs in ovoviviparous animals (the ones who have eggs hatching inside their bodies). Are the eggshells expelled, absorbed, or what? This was a question the guys could not find an answer to, so if any listeners out there can help them out, please get in touch!Please comment below if you notice any mistakes or unanswered questions in the episode.Episode LinksWild Snake Education and Discussion Group's article about Timber Rattlesnakes And here's a link to their Facebook group, too.Mary Holland's blog post on vivipary, ovipary, and ovovivipary, and a second site that provided more in-depth info: Everyone's Talking About....Ovoviviparity, Oviparity, and ViviparityCheck out the National Park Service's handy-dandy breakdown of snake dentitionTimber Rattlesnakes are intertwined with US history. Look into the Timber Rattlesnake and it's connections to Ben Franklin and the American RevolutionSponsors and Ways to Support UsGumleaf Boots, USA (free shipping for patrons)Thank you to Always Wandering Art (Website and Etsy Shop) for providing the artwork for many of our episodes (including for part 2 of this episode)! Support us on Patreon!Check out the Field Guides merch at our Teespring store. It's really a great deal: you get to pay us to turn your body into a billboard for the podcast!References / Works CitedAdamski, Jonathan (2020) Viperid Spotlight: Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus). Available at: https://wsed.org/viperid-spotlight-timber-rattlesnake-crotalus-horridus/ (Accessed: 10-20-23).Brown, W.S., 2016. Lifetime reproduction in a northern metapopulation of timber rattlesnakes (Crotalus horridus). Herpetologica, 72(4), pp.331-342.Mancini, Mark (2021) The Highly Venomous Timber Rattlesnake Is an American Icon. Available at: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/snakes/timber-rattlesnake.htm (Accessed: 9-20-23)Reinert, H.K. and Rupert Jr, R.R., 1999. Impacts of translocation on behavior and survival of timber rattlesnakes, Crotalus horridus. Journal of Herpetology, pp.45-61.Wynns, Samantha (2018) Cabrillo Field Notes: Fang-tastic Friends. Available at: https://www.nps.gov/cabr/blogs/fang-tastic-friends.htm#:~:text=Solenoglyphous%20snakes%20are%20snakes%20with,much%20like%20a%20hypodermic%20needle (Accessed: 9-20-23).

Nesse #vAPODN trazemos o episódio do "Que Bicho é Esse" em que a Dra. Miriam Perilli conversa com a Dra. Daniella de França  sobre serpentes! Daniella é bióloga licenciada pela PUC-GO, mestra em Ecologia e Manejo de Recursos Naturais pela Universidade Federal do Acre e doutora em Zoologia pela UNESP - Rio Claro. Atualmente é pesquisadora de pós doutorado no laboratório de Herpetologia do Museu de Zoologia da USP, onde desenvolve pesquisa com taxonomia e sistemática de serpentes. Também é professora, educadora ambiental e divulgadora científica pelo Projeto Herpetologia Segundo as Herpetólogas, do qual é membra fundadora e consultora ambiental em trabalhos de levantamento e monitoramento de herpetofauna e avifauna. A produção mais importante da carreira são seus dois filhos Ernesto (10 anos) e Paulinha (5 anos)! Young, Bruce A., et al. “Cloacal Popping in Snakes.” Journal of Herpetology, vol. 33, no. 4, 1999, pp. 557–566. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/1565572. https://www.jstor.org/stable/1565572?seq=1 Dá uma força para manter o DesAbraçando online e com episódios no cronograma contribuindo financeiramente com nosso projeto: O DesAbraçando é um projeto independente e conta com o apoio dos ouvintes para se manter online e pagar a edição de áudio. Se você curte o projeto, considere apoiar financeiramente. Você pode contribuir a partir de R$ 1,00 no www.apoia.se/desabrace Segue a gente lá nas redes sociais: Instagram Facebook Twitter Telegram Visite nossa página: DesAbraçando Árvores Envie suas pedradas: primeirapedra@desabrace.com.br Envie sua resposta para o "Que bicho é esse?": bicho@desabrace.com.br Apresentação e pauta: Miriam Perilli Produção: Fernando Lima Edição de Áudio: Senhor A

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. James Bogan, Director of the Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation and Central Florida Zoo. They have an in depth discussion of Cryptosporidium (Crypto) in snakes. First, they talk about the disease itself and how it impacts snakes. Second, they discuss how to test for it and treat it. They also discuss how Crypto has been found in the captive population of indigo snakes that is being used for their conservation and how they have effectively managed it to prevent its spread within the captive colony and into the wild. If you are interested in snakes either in the wild or captivity, or if you are interested in conservation or diseases this is one you don't want to miss.Connect with James at the Central Florida Zoo.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Matt Buehler, a Ph.D. Candidate studying indigo snake genetics. They begin with how Matt found himself working with indigo snakes and cover some interesting steps in his career including studying Sea Kraits. They start the discussion of indigo snake genetics by talking about what has already been done, including a study using mitochondrial data that showed there are two clades of Eastern Indigo Snakes and a second study showing that there is gene flow between the clades. They talk about Matt's research, including looking at population structure of indigo snakes and understanding the indigo snake genome. The results from all these studies are important for developing reintroduction strategies.Connect with Matt on his website.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

Did you know that Herpetology (study of frogs, snakes, newts and many more!) is a crossroads to falconry? I didn't either! But it was for our guest today, Kenny Elvin. In 2022, Kenny gave a talk to the Bay Area Herpetology group if you want to learn more about the falconry/herpetology connection!  https://youtu.be/zMg_lzlYhiQ?si=KWVqZkv2ASyWQGci Our guest today is Kenny Elvin of Full Circle Falconry. He flies his raptors for groups and events around the state of California, not only for education of raptors but also for wildlife management. He is also known as King Mighty Flighty at local Renaissance Faires! I had the pleasure of meeting with Kenny in person to meet a few of his birds thanks to a friend and co-worker, Lisa Villasenor in Los Gatos for this interview. We had great fun and good conversation, though it is easy to get distracted and lose your train of thought when you have a beautiful Eastern Screech Owl and a Peregrine Falcon close by!  But I think we did ok and the interview is informative, casual and fun. I hope you all enjoy it!  Kenny can be found October 28th at Sanborn County Park in Santa Clara with Lisa Myers of Los Gatos Birdwatcher at a special Raptor Event and Workshop. See below for more information: Pictures of our meeting can be found in the shownotes at www.beprovided.com.

Ornithology. Herpetology. Mammalogy. When you hear these words what do you think of? You're probably aware of the meaning behind the suffix “ology,” meaning “the study of,” which may make you think these words solely refer to rigorous scientific study, test tubes and all. What if I told you an ology such as ornithology, the study of birds, doesn't have to be so alien. Joining Will is Meg, a socioecological researcher and scientist whose work has taken her far and wide exploring the connection between people and nature, and creatures and nature. This episode explores a common yet awe-inspiring, giant bird- the great blue heron! GBH are adored throughout North America for their ability to transport people back to the prehistoric era and experience what it may have been like to witness dinosaurs. Will and Meg discuss some quirky facts about heron nesting, confusingly similar subspecies, and a whole lot of other cool, herony facts! After learning about the GBH it's easy to see how a tiny spark of interest in the scientific world, or birds, can ignite a lifelong passion for learning! Great blue herons are key indicator species- species with a lot of data on them which can be used to gauge the health of an ecosystem. What kind of DIY research can you conduct relating to this important bird? Be sure to check out the Will's Birdbrain Instagram account for complementary episode photos and videos, plus many other awesome bird photos/stories! https://www.instagram.com/wills_birdbrain/?hl=enGot a favorite bird you'd like to hear discussed on the Podcast? Shoot Will an email and let him know what you'd like to hear, share a birding story, or just say what's up! Email inquiries - willsbirdbrain@gmail.comWill's Birdbrain has merch! Consider grabbing a sticker or two of your favorite common bird! Proceeds will go straight into funding more episodes and spreading the joy of birding!Shop - https://www.etsy.com/shop/WillsBirdbrain?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1361667746Love the show, consider supporting me on Patreon! Your support and interest is extremely helpful and encouraging! The goal of the Podcast is to share the love of birds, so be sure to share with your friends and family too. Together let's show some love to these common critters that so often get overlooked. I cannot do it without you.Click the link to sign up: https://www.patreon.com/willsbirdbrainHuge shout out to Kayta, Catherine, Josh, Shane, Margi, and Karene for being Patrons and keeping the common critters in mind!Support the show

Chris Gillette aka Gatorboys Chris is one of the most passionate wildlife experts you can find and an animal advocate that has been working with the wildest animals in the world for a LONG time. He has done it all from handling extremely venomous snakes to hand feeding GIANT crocodilians that most people would be terrified to even stand next to. He runs gator tours in Homestead, Florida giving people wildlife experiences that they might not ever get the chance to have otherwise. One of his favorite gators, Casper, even responds to his commands and knows his own name. The work he has done with the gator he works with every day is astonishing and has brought a new perspective to human and alligator interactions. He has shown that while they are still capable of being very dangerous animals due to their extreme strength and lightning fast striking capabilities, they are not monsters but rather beautiful creatures that are heavily misunderstood by a large portion of the public. On top of his work with wildlife, he has grown his Youtube channel, Florida's Wildest, to over 500,000 followers. Rosie Moore is a geoscientist and wildlife expert that has seen some of the craziest things you can imagine. She grew up in Missouri and moved to Florida get a degree studying Sharks, but ended up finding herself interacting with just about every different type of animal in between on the way there. From climbing in trees and studying thermoregulation in freshly hatched Wood Storks to opening 18 foot Burmese Pythons stuffed with entire Alligators, she has done it all. While working at a Herpetology lab, she videoed an intact American Alligator inside of an invasive Python and went insanely viral overnight. This lead to appearances on CNN, FOX News, Daily Mail, and just about every single publication on the internet across the entire globe. Since achieving this level of attention and gaining a huge platform, she is focusing on growing the ability for women to follow their passions in science and specifically herpetology and sharks. She appeared on this year's Shark Week on Discovery and is getting more followers and views by the day. She is an up and coming name to watch in the world of wildlife content so make sure to check her out. Follow Chris at @gatorboys_chris on IG/TikTok/Twitter Follow her at @RosieKMoore on IG/Tiktok/Twitter Check out Ball and Buck right here ⬇️https://ballandbuck.com/ Tiktok - @Youngpageviews Instagram - @Youngpageviews Twitter - @Youngpageviews

Snake diets are difficult to study, but are deeply interesting. This episode we look at a paper that has gathered together records (paper and digital) to examine whether rat snakes and cobras compete for food. We also have a tiny hopping Species of the Bi-week. Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/herphighlights Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/herphighlights/shop Full reference list available here: http://www.herphighlights.podbean.com Main Paper References: Weiss M, Kalki Y. 2023. Trophic Niche Partitioning between Sympatric Naja naja and Ptyas mucosa: Crowdsourced Data in Application to Community Ecology. Journal of Herpetology 57. DOI: 10.1670/22-013. Species of the Bi-Week: Mângia S, Santana DJ, De Oliveira Drummond L, Sabagh LT, Ugioni L, Costa PN, Wachlevski M. 2023. A new species of Brachycephalus (Anura: Brachycephali­dae) from Serra do Tabuleiro, Southern Brazil. Vertebrate Zoology 73:575–597. DOI: 10.3897/vz.73.e102098. Other Mentioned Papers/Studies: Essner RL, Pereira REE, Blackburn DC, Singh AL, Stanley EL, Moura MO, Confetti AE, Pie MR. 2022. Semicircular canal size constrains vestibular function in miniaturized frogs. Science Advances 8:eabn1104. DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abn1104. Other Links/Mentions: Davey M. 2023. ‘Oh my god': live worm found in Australian woman's brain in world-first discovery. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/aug/28/live-worm-living-womans-brain-australia-depression-forgetfulness Editing and Music: Podcast edited by Emmy – https://www.fiverr.com/emmyk10  Intro/outro – Treehouse by Ed Nelson Species Bi-week theme – Michael Timothy Other Music – The Passion HiFi, https://www.thepassionhifi.com

Rosie Moore is a geoscientist and wildlife expert that has seen some of the craziest things you can imagine. She grew up in Missouri and moved to Florida get a degree studying Sharks, but ended up finding herself interacting with just about every different type of animal in between on the way there. From climbing in trees and studying thermoregulation in freshly hatched Wood Storks to opening 18 foot Burmese Pythons stuffed with entire Alligators, she has done it all. While working at a Herpetology lab, she videoed an intact American Alligator inside of an invasive Python and went insanely viral overnight. This lead to appearances on CNN, FOX News, Daily Mail, and just about every single publication on the internet across the entire globe. Since achieving this level of attention and gaining a huge platform, she is focusing on growing the ability for women to follow their passions in science and specifically herpetology and sharks. She appeared on this year's Shark Week on Discovery and is getting more followers and views by the day. She is sure to be a mainstay going forward in the world of wildlife and she divulged lots of "nerd talk" on this episode for us normal people to indulge in. Check it out!!! Follow her at @RosieKMoore on IG/Tiktok/Twitter Check out Ball and Buck right here ⬇️ https://ballandbuck.com/ Tiktok - @Youngpageviews Instagram - @Youngpageviews Twitter - @Youngpageviews

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Xavier Glaudas to discuss his career studying vipers. Xavier was born in France but has spent his career moving around the world studying viper populations. They discuss Xavier's time in the United States studying Cottonmouths and Speckled Rattlesnakes, adventures in Africa with Puff Adders, Russell's Vipers in India, and using videography to study vipers in Brazil.Connect with Xavier on his website.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

In the fifth episode of Semi-Indestructible, Zoo curator of Herpetology figure Ian Recchio joins the show to discuss venomous snakes, the argument regarding Komodo Dragon's "venom", and being bitten by venomous snakes. BTG's Links: https://www.instagram.com/tasmanian_grizzly/?hl=en https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bradley-Trevor-Greive/author/B001IGHIVO?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Shop Semi-Indestructible Here: https://btgartistshop.threadless.com/designs/semi-indestructible-1 Watch Adventure Beast here: https://www.netflix.com/title/81080959 Subscribe to The Wild Times Podcast on YouTube ▶▶ https://www.youtube.com/@WildTimesPod Get YouTube Membership Perks ▶▶ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVl7fHhUOpFK8Mpv-6DdoOg/join Get Up To 4 Bonus Podcasts Per Month ▶▶ https://www.patreon.com/wildtimespod Watch More Episodes Here ▶▶ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP... Visit https://thewildtimespodcast.com/ now! Join The Wild Times Discord Server: https://discord.gg/ytzKBbC9Db Get your Wild Times Podcast merch: https://thewildtimespodcast.com/merch Leave a review on iTunes Apple Podcast: https://thewildtimespodcast.com/itune... Follow The Wild Times Podcast on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildtimespod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildtimespod Twitter: https://twitter.com/WildTimesPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildtimespod/ Listen to The Wild Times Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cbFBzf... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/wildtimespod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WildTimesPod Enjoy, Bushmasters! Semi-Indestructible Ep.5 Breakdown 00:00 - Intro 01:03 - Housekeeping 11:30 - Honoring Mike D 14:37 - Ian Recchio Joins The Show 15:45 - Rattlesnakes 17:53 - Rattleless Rattlesnakes 23:30 - Venomous Snakes of North America 26:10 - Black Mambas 28:35 - Taipans 36:40 - Jet Photography 40:00 - Komodo Dragons 49:20 - Folklore 56:05 - Bitten by Venomous Snakes 1:01:45 - The Snake King 1:04:13 - Outro Jingles made by: www.soundcloud.com/mimmkey #podcast #semiindestructible

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Mark O'Shea to discuss his adventures in snake exploration and research. They start off talking about the show O'Shea's Big Adventure including the amazing locations and species they filmed. They then talk about global snake exploration more broadly and spend some time focusing on the snakes of Papua New Guinea. They dive into many more topics including naming species, snake stories from around the world, and his many books. You are not going to want to miss this one!Connect with Mark at the University of Wolverhampton.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

In celebration of World Snake Day 2023, we've put together a collection of our favorite Snake Stories from our podcast guests over the years!  Featuring Dr. Matt Goode (Ep 53), John Jensen (Ep 59), Rulon Clark (Ep 12), Dr. Emily Taylor (Ep 23), Gowri Shankar (Ep 62), Craig Hoover (Ep 9), Dillon Perron (Ep 34), Dr. Bruce Means (Ep 61), Dr. Charles Smith (Ep 29) and Melissa Amarello (Ep 14), as well as a snake story from Dr. Chris Jenkins. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.

This shorter, kid-safe edit of the classic Herpetology episode features frilly gills, frog tornadoes, legless lizards, and reasons to appreciate snakes. Also, why you shouldn't kiss one. Dr. David Steen is a beloved herpetologist and wildlife conservationist and his answers are full of facts and flim-flam busters. Dr. David Steen's website, Twitter & InstagramFull-length (*not* G-rated) Herpetology episode + tons of science linksMore kid-friendly Smologies episodes! Including Toads and Body Heat!A donation went to: The Alongside Wildlife FoundationBecome a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, masks, totes!Follow @Ologies on Twitter and InstagramFollow @AlieWard on Twitter and InstagramSound editing by Steven Ray Morris, Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio, and Jarrett Sleeper of MindJam MediaMade possible by work from Noel Dilworth, Susan Hale, Kelly R. Dwyer, Emily White, & Erin TalbertSmologies theme song by Harold Malcolm