Episode 178. Building a Clean Amphibian Trade through Community Engagement with Alexa Warwick

There are many stakeholders in the amphibian universe. From breeders and hobbyists, to researchers, land managers, and policymakers. -all  of these groups need to be engaged as a community if trade is to be continued in a clean and responsible way. But how is this accomplished and what challenges are faced along the way?  This week I am joined by researcher and wildlife engagement specialist, Alexa Warwick.  We discuss Alexa's role in an ongoing project that examines disease mitigation strategies aimed ad minimizing the risk of amphibian pathogens spreading from captive pet populations to wild populations; her background in wildlife engagement, her work with the Pine Barrens Treefrog, and much more!To Learn More, Visit:https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/msu-researchers-receive-2-75-million-grant-to-investigate-movement-of-amphibian-pathogens-in-wildlife-trade-networkshttp://www.arwarwick.org/wildlife-research.htmlhealthyamphibiantrade.orgThis episode is sponsored by Gray Ghost Creationshttps://www.etsy.com/shop/GrayGhostCreationsExo Terra is our sponsor this week. For all your amphibian needs visit: Exo-terra.com or visit your local dealer and follow @exoterra on social media. To Support the Podcast, for merch, and vivarium discounts please visit: https://linktr.ee/AmphibiCast