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Rattlesnake Roundup Sweetwater, Texas

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Mohave rattlesnakeRattlesnake 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! In this interview we speak with Ray Autry of Rise Against Rattlesnake Roundups who due to his intelligent planning and operation was able to go into the belly of the beast as it were and document the truth about what is happening there.

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Emmanuel Van Heygen: The Exo Terra Expedition

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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 home!

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Melissa Amarello: Rattlesnake Social Behavior

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Crotalus helleri 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

Snake Dens: A Rattlesnake Family Reunion

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