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Colubrid Corner
by MPR Network
Welcome to Colubrid Corner, the podcast that explores the diverse array of snakes we know as Colubrids. Together, Owen McIntyre and Riley Jimison dive into these reptiles one species at a time to shine a light on the largest group of snakes according to human classification. With global distribution, this group consists of obscure, common, large, small, colorful, bland, harmless, and venomous species of snakes. Each episode unpacks a particular species to bring the listener deeper into the beautiful world of snakes one Colubrid at a time.
Episodes
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The Mexican Black Kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula nigrita)
In this episode, we discuss the Mexican Black Kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula nigrita) or MBK's as they are known in the hobby. They are native to Mexico’s Sonoran Desert. Its range borders that of the California King Snake and the Desert King Snake. They are found in rocky and semi-arid brushland...
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Vietnamese Blue Beauty Rat Snakes (Orthriophis taeniurus callicyanous)
We discuss the Vietnamese Blue Beauty Rat Snake (Orthriophis taeniurus callicyanous). They are some of the longest rat snakes at typical lengths of 7 to 8 feet and weighing a little more than 3 pounds on average, with rare occurrences of up to 11 feet. They are native to the...
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False Water Cobra (Hydrodynastes gigas)
This episode talks about Hydrodynastes gigas, The False Water Cobra. The False water cobra is a rear-fanged venomous colubrid snake native to South America. The background color of a mature snake is olive green or brown, with dark spots and bands covering much of its body. The background coloring...
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The Pearl Banded Rat Snake (Euprepiophis perlaceus)
In this episode, we are discussing the Euprepiophis perlaceus, also known as Sichuan rat snake or pearl-banded rat snake. It is endemic to western Sichuan Province in China. Website: https://www.moreliapythonradio.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtrEaKcyN8KvC3pqaiYc0RQ @MPR Network…
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Giant Madagascar Hognose Snake (Leioheterodon madagascariensis)
In this episode, we are discussing the Giant Madagascar Hognose Snake (Leioheterodon madagascariensis) Website: https://www.moreliapythonradio.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtrEaKcyN8KvC3pqaiYc0RQ @MPR Network on FB and IG. Email: [email protected] Follow Eric: @...
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The Rhombic egg-eating snake (Dasypeltis scabra)
In this episode, we discuss The Rhombic egg-eating snake (Dasypeltis scabra). Website: https://www.moreliapythonradio.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtrEaKcyN8KvC3pqaiYc0RQ @MPR Network on FB and IG. Email: [email protected] Follow Eric: @ EB_Morelia on FB and IG Follow...
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Jacksons Tree Snake Thrasops jacksoni
In this episode, we are talking about the Jacksons Tree Snake Thrasops jacksoni
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Slowinski’s Rat Snake (Pantherophis slowinskii)
In this episode, we discuss Slowinski’s Rat Snake (Pantherophis slowinskii)
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The Spotted Skaapsteker (Psammophylax rhombeatus)
In this episode, we are talking about the Spotted Skaapsteker (Psammophylax rhombeatus). The name ‘Skaapsteker’ came from the mistaken belief that these abundant snakes accounted for sheep deaths when the actual culprit was probably the Cape Cobra. MPR Network
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100 Flower Rat Snake (Elaphe moellendorffi)
This week we explore a Colubrid species coveted by enthusiasts with a taste for the unique and large species of Rat Snakes, the 100 Flower Rat Snake (Elaphe moellendorffi). From the redhead contrasted upon a typically green body dotted with flower reminiscent patches of pattern, this long and...
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Rainbow Tree Snake (Gonyosoma margaritatum) Episode#1
Rainbow Tree Snake (Gonyosoma margaritatum) Our first dive into the colorful world of Colubrids begins with arguably one of the most colorful, yet unheard of species of snake, the Rainbow Tree Snake (Gonyosoma margaritatum). This beautiful species of arboreal nocturnal snake is similar to Rhino…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Colubrid Corner, the podcast that explores the diverse array of snakes we know as Colubrids. Together, Owen McIntyre and Riley Jimison dive into these reptiles one species at a time to shine a light on the largest group of snakes according to human classification. With global distribution, this group consists of obscure, common, large, small, colorful, bland, harmless, and venomous species of snakes. Each episode unpacks a particular species to bring the listener deeper into the beautiful world of snakes one Colubrid at a time.
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