45 | “Swamp Rattlesnakes”: Conserving the Eastern Massasauga in Ohio

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Greg Lipps and Brett Rodstrom to talk about an innovative partnership to conserve a federally listed rattlesnake.  The conversation begins with some of the important aspects of massasauga ecology and natural history relative to their conservation.  Learn about a multiple agency and organization partnership that has developed to find and conserve the remaining massasauga populations in Ohio.  The cornerstone of the partnership is land conservation - land protection, and habitat restoration and management.  The future is bright for these ‘swamp rattlesnakes’ in Ohio thanks to this partnership.Learn more about the Western Reserve Land Conservancy and the Ohio Biodiversity Conservation Partnership.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch. 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.