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Herpetological Societies have been around since herpetoculture’s earliest recorded history with the ASIH. In this episode we speak with some herp society board members about their thoughts on how herp societies have impacted herpetoculture over the years and what the future holds with the new advent of social media. The post Herpetological Societies and Herpetoculture appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this episode we speak with RC from Dancing Snake Nature Photography & Cody Conway of Wild Imaging about how to get those magazine quality reptile photographs. The post How to be a Better Reptile Photographer appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Natural Disasters can happen at any time. We often forget until it’s too late that we should have a disaster or emergency plan in place. Our reptiles depend on us for their survival and for many keepers reptiles are part of the family. In this weeks episode we talk with a diverse panel who’ve experienced … Continue reading When Disaster Strikes: Protecting your Reptile → The post When Disaster Strikes: Protecting your Reptile appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

The Frilled Warrior Project has been developed by Aquatic Oak owner Deloy Davison as he wanted to give back to the servicemen & women defending the freedoms of the United States. Deloy made the decision to combine his passion for reptiles with his incredible generous spirit. After a long journey, Aquatic Oaks developed what has … Continue reading Frilled Warrior joins Wounded Warriors → The post Frilled Warrior joins Wounded Warriors appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Do you like turtles? “I like turtles.” As do a lot of people evidently, we see it in the hundreds of memes regarding turtles & tortoises running about the social networks. We wanted to look into the chelonian ‘culture’ as it were. With the help of  the Turtle & Tortoise Preservation Group  & our incredible guest … Continue reading Chelonian: Turtle & Tortoise Care & Preservation → The post Chelonian: Turtle & Tortoise Care & Preservation appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Island Iguana St. John island in the U.S. Virgin Islands gives rise to some new questions about the interaction between iguana species and human primates. Crystal Fortwrangler from Wider Angle Productions along with some of her production staff ( Renata Platenberg & Jessica Bellas) join James Tintle and John F Taylor regarding not only some of … Continue reading St. John Island Iguana: Conservation or Eradication → The post St. John Island Iguana: Conservation or Eradication appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

This week the Reptile Livingroom 2.0! Live! crew sits down with Terry Heuring of Dixie Reptile Show. Terry is truly the epitome of what reptile shows and expos should be all about. Not only is Terry providing the Dixie Reptile Show “EVERY MONTH” To be fair to Terry he did say that may change slightly … Continue reading Reptile Shows & Expos: Do’s & Don’ts → The post Reptile Shows & Expos: Do’s & Don’ts appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology is an ongoing series of panel discussions based in the age old question of misogyny. Does it happen? What can be done if it does? All these questions and more are answered directly by our panelists. They also share their insights on where the industry may be headed when it comes to … Continue reading Women of Herpetoculture (Video) → The post Women of Herpetoculture (Video) appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Field Herping the United States takes a look into both sides of the field herping niche of herpetoculture & herpetology. Our guests this show are Chip Cochran of Loma Linda University & Rhett Stanberry of Florida. The post Field Herping the United States appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Come & explore the world of artwork & reptiles with our guests Tell Hicks, Nadilyn Beato, and Shannon Hammer as they discuss their reptile artwork & much more. Riding a Black Rhino anyone? The post Artwork & Reptiles appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Ask the Vet! In this special broadcast of Reptile Livingroom 2.0 Live we sit down with an international panel of veterinarians . We discuss not only their drive to become veterinarians and much more, we also had our viewers ask questions during our live broadcast which were answered by our vets on the air! The post Ask the Vet appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Women in Herpetoculture Mothers Day Special In this episode of Reptile Livingroom 2.0 Live! We kick off the new series of Women in Herpetoculture & Herpetology within our new format. What an incredibly successful interview this was for us. We learned an amazing amount from the ladies. We had such a wide array of guests … Continue reading Women in Herpetoculture Special Mothers Day Broadcast! → The post Women in Herpetoculture Special Mothers Day Broadcast! appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Reptile Livingroom 2.0 Live Premiere Cinematography & Herpetoculture with Ray Morgan of the Venom Interviews & Myke Clarkson of Gurney Productions We kicked this premiere off with a bang to say the least. The guest line up of Ray Morgan & Myke Clarkson is no accident we wanted to get the inside information on battling … Continue reading Reptile Livingroom 2.0 Live Cinematography & Herpetoculture → The post Reptile Livingroom 2.0 Live Cinematography & Herpetoculture appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Welcome to the Launch of Reptile Livingroom 2.0 LIVE! In this episode we speak with Brandon Fowler of Roaming Reptiles in Bakersfield California. Brandon has also authored several featured articles for Reptile Apartment as well. The post Reptile Livingroom 2.0 Live with Roaming Reptiles! appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

One day while reading various science articles I happened to stumble upon an article that got my attention regarding reptile parthenogenesis. Owning parthenogenetic reptiles myself I was intrigued and read the article. I was floored to learn not only are there more parthenogenetic reptiles than I had thought but they were in captive environments and … Continue reading Dr. Booth on Reptile Parthenogenesis → The post Dr. Booth on Reptile Parthenogenesis appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

I think most of us are familiar with the term “The Lizard Brain” or “The Reptile Brain” tossed about in marketing circles and some psychology circles as well. This is from the triune brain theory proposed by physician and neuroscientist Paul D. MacLean in the 1960’s. MacLean claimed the Reptilian Complex was responsible for instinctual behaviors. This … Continue reading Daniel Noble: Reptile Cognition → The post Daniel Noble: Reptile Cognition appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Zack Stout has to be one of the youngest advocates speaking his mind about reptile rights today specifically rattlesnake roundups. He came to our attention through his outspoken behaviors as it were because the school principal was called to inform him that he shouldn’t speak of such things in class! Needless to say, we support … Continue reading How to Educate People about Rattlesnake Roundups with Zack Stout → The post How to Educate People about Rattlesnake Roundups with Zack Stout appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

We caught up with Dav Kauffman at the Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo while in Canada and spoke to him about his beginnings in herpetoculture and what he thinks of Rattlesnake Roundups as well as what to expect in the future from Ophis Entertainment. The post Dav Kauffman of Herpers appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Should ever want to draw a crowd to a reptile show invite the Python Hunters from NatGeo Wild. That’s exactly what Grant Crossman did and it was a huge success. Grant also invited Dav Kauffman, Ron Tremper, and myself to all be guest speakers. We of course have spoken with Shawn a few times before. … Continue reading NatGeo Wild Python Hunters at the Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo → The post NatGeo Wild Python Hunters at the Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Grant Crossman of the Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo not only hosts the largest reptile breeders expo in Canada but is also the owner of Port Credit Pets as well as National Reptile Supply and Reptiles Canada forums. In this exclusive interview he tells us how he got started and why he does so much to promote … Continue reading Grant Crossman of the Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo → The post Grant Crossman of the Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Reptilia Zoo in Canada is like no other facility I’ve ever had the opportunity to visit. Many would think ‘Reptile Zoo’ and think of ramshackle thrown together enclosures with a staff with less knowledge than a first time keeper. Let me assure you with the likes of Dr. Ngo, Cheryl Sheridan, and Lee Parker at … Continue reading Reptilia Zoo → The post Reptilia Zoo appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

We caught up with Clint Hill of Gecko Hill at the Canada Reptile Breeders Expo for a quick chat about what he has in the works as far as geckos and more.We spoke with Clint Hill about how he came into geckos and discovered not only the usual suspects such as Leopard Geckos but much … Continue reading Clint Hill of Gecko Hill → The post Clint Hill of Gecko Hill appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Dr. DeRisi Howard Hughes Medical Investigator & Post Doctoral Fellow Mark Stenglein who published Identification, Characterization, and In Vitro Culture of Highly Divergent Arenaviruses from Boa Constrictors and Annulated Tree Boas: Candidate Etiological Agents for Snake Inclusion Body Disease which was published in the American Society for Microbiology caused somewhat of a stir in the reptile community. However, … Continue reading Dr. DeRisi & Mark Stenglein: I.B.D & Beyond → The post Dr. DeRisi & Mark Stenglein: I.B.D & Beyond appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Clayton Louis Ferrara has a lengthy resume of work when it comes to biology and specifically reptiles. In this interview we speak with Clayton about his work regarding the speciation and hybridization of the Anole lizard species. We also delve into many other aspects of his such as www.IDEASFORUS.org www.ThinkTerraFirma.org & www.CentralFloridaHerpSociety.org. Don’t forget to check out our sponsor … Continue reading Clayton Louis Ferrara: Anole Lizard Speciation & Hybridization → The post Clayton Louis Ferrara: Anole Lizard Speciation & Hybridization appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

        Ray Morgan completes our exclusive interview regarding The Venom Interviews by giving his personal views on venomous keepers and another exclusive! A free trailer to The Venom Interviews! Check out the Exclusive Trailer here! The post Ray Morgan: The Venom Interviews Part 2 appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Ray Morgan talks about The Venom Interviews: A quest to discover what lies behind venomous snakes and those who keep them. With an exclusive look at the upcoming movie in part 2! The post Ray Morgan: The Venom Interviews Part 1 appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this episode of Interview with an Expert we talk with Dr. William K. Hayes about not only his career and how he got started in reptiles but we go in depth on the topic of rattlesnakes which as you all know is one of my favorite species snakes. We talk about envenoming and the mechanics … Continue reading Dr. William K. Hayes of Loma Linda University talks Rattlesnakes → The post Dr. William K. Hayes of Loma Linda University talks Rattlesnakes appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this episode of The Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology Kristen Wiley of Kentucky Reptile Zoo talk with us about being a woman in the field of herpetology and some of the encounters she has had. She also gives some insight to ladies who are interested in getting into the field as well. The post Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Kristen Wiley appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this edition of the Reptile Round Table we speak with Aaron Florian of iHerp and Chris Law of Crocodopolis talk with us exclusively about the impending legislation regarding the ownership of exotic animals in Ohio. The post Reptile Round Table: Ohio Exotic Animal Legislation appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Kevin Oskow of Big Reptile Network comes into the Reptile Living Room to talk about how he developed Big Reptile Network and what they are all about and more. The post Big Reptile Network appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Sara Viernum of the Wandering Herpetologist talks about her experiences working in the field of herpetology. She shares with us about field herping and what if any role misogyny played in her career choice. Side Note: Sara is actually not going East as stated, plans changed. The post Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Sara Viernum appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Rattlesnake Roundups in Sweetwater, Texas have been slaughtering thousands of pounds of rattlesnakes for many years. Think about that, thousands of pounds, average rattler weight, how many snakes is that? They are being brutally slaughtered for the entertainment, of humans? If this were any other species of animal the world would be up in arms! … Continue reading Rattlesnake Roundup Sweetwater, Texas → The post Rattlesnake Roundup Sweetwater, Texas appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Julie Bergman of Gecko Ranch talks with us about her experiences as a woman within the herpetoculture community. The post Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Julie Bergman appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Emmanuel Van Heygen talks with us just one day after the accusations of reptile smuggling were published in Sri Lankan media to clarify what had actually taken place while he and his colleagues were on their conservation expedition in Sri Lanka. We are happy to report that Emmanuel and his crew are on their way … Continue reading Emmanuel Van Heygen: The Exo Terra Expedition → The post Emmanuel Van Heygen: The Exo Terra Expedition appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Melissa Amarello of Arizona State University talks with us about rattlesnakes their apparent social behaviors which she is currently studying the field. She also shares with us her view points on science in the public eye not to mention her thoughts on rattlesnake round ups. You can find Melissa at the following websites. Social Snakes … Continue reading Melissa Amarello: Rattlesnake Social Behavior → The post Melissa Amarello: Rattlesnake Social Behavior appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Marcia McGuiness talks about growing up enjoying reptiles & the about her personal experiences as a woman coming into a primarily male dominated community known as the herpetoculture. You can of course find Marcia and all her scaly friends at Golden Gate Geckos. The post Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Marcia McGuiness appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Melissa Coakley of Snake Hunting Chick kicks off a new series for us with this interview. Now, before you get to thinking this is a feature similar to articles or talks you may have seen before let me enlighten you now. This is a series that began when a colleague took a comment made by … Continue reading Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Melissa Coakley → The post Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Melissa Coakley appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Ned Bruha sits down in the Reptile Living Room to talk about rattlesnake round-ups and tells us how we can take action against these barbaric acts that are occurring today. He also tells us the truth about the portrayal of reptiles in the media. Grab a beverage and prepare to get your Neducation folks! The post Ned Bruha The Skunk Whisperer appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this episode Shawn Heflick talks with us exclusively about the Python Ban and gives us the the bare bones reality of it just like he did in his first interview which you can catch here. For those of who watch reptile shows on television you should be aware of Shawn Heflick and the show on NatGeo … Continue reading Shawn Heflick of Python Hunters on the Python Ban → The post Shawn Heflick of Python Hunters on the Python Ban appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Sara Viernum was kind enough to talk with us about what it takes to be a herpetologist and shares some of her adventures with us in this exclusive interview! Make sure to check out her site as well by clicking on her banner.    The post Sara Viernum: The Wandering Herpetologist appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this inaugural episode of what will be many of the Reptile Round Table I sit down with a broad participatory audience of keepers, herpers, and breeders to ascertain what steps to take next to prevent further action against our community. Please welcome Chris Law of Crocodopilis, Melissa Coakley of Snakehuntingchick.com, Marcia McGuiness of Golden Gate … Continue reading Python Ban: A Reptile Roundtable → The post Python Ban: A Reptile Roundtable appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Ray Autry takes us by the hand and introduces us to the true horrors of Rattlesnake Round-ups as we take a long staring look at the truth. This is a barbaric act that you will now hear  of in an interview that’s not looking to demonize anyone but simply explain the truth and reality of … Continue reading Rise Against Rattlesnake Round-Ups → The post Rise Against Rattlesnake Round-Ups appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Charles Schurman of Tundra Dragons talks with us about what it takes to breed majestic dragons & much more in this incredible glance into the caves of a true Dragon breeder! The post Charles Schurman of Tundra Dragons appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Tom Houslay is a studying for a PhD at the University of Stirling, Scotland. Now while it’s interesting enough that he is a native to my ancestors homeland; what really got me was his chosen field of study. Sexual selection who wouldn’t be interested in that? Well this is usually about the time that Tom … Continue reading Let’s talk about sex…Cricket sex that is. → The post Let’s talk about sex…Cricket sex that is. appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Chris Law formerly of Crocodoplis is a voice of reason within the din of the crowd of people agains the recent calls for legislation of the reptile industry as a whole. Recently Chris heard some things that really got him fired up and we took it upon ourselves to invite him back to talk to us … Continue reading Reptiles & Responsibility: Chris Law of Crocodopolis → The post Reptiles & Responsibility: Chris Law of Crocodopolis appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Welcome to part 2 of our interview with Chris Law of Crocodopolis where he and I further discuss  the privileges of owning reptiles. The post Reptiles & Responsibility: Chris Law of Crocodopolis Part 2 appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Not only are people trying to get snakes eradicated from a local park, but Ohio is having closed door meetings on reptile regulation! Jason and I are also talking about giving away a custom snake hook! Language in this episode is NSFW. The post Closed Door Reptile Regulation, Snakes being banned from public park, and a Free Snake Hook! appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

Now that we have your undivided attention…yes we really do talk about all these subjects and more. Do Jason and John really convert to the Republican Party? Sunday Morning what? All this and more will be explained. Some content NSFW. The post PETA & Naked Women, Petco & Politics, and a special teaser… appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this episode of Interview with an Expert we chat with Dan Mulleary of DM Exotics about importation of reptiles, his current projects with Spilotes, and much more! Dan also has a YouTube channel for our listeners viewing pleasure dedicated to the various aspects of his reptile life. The post Dan Mulleary of DM Exotics appeared first on Reptile Living Room.

In this episode we cover the huge crocodile found in the Philippines as well as discussing whether or not reptiles have feelings and Jason White’s coverage of the Sacramento Reptile show last year. The post Super Croc, Reptile Feelings, and more appeared first on Reptile Living Room.