All posts by John F Taylor

Women of Herpetoculture & Herpetology: Julie Bergman

Day GeckoJulie Bergman of Gecko Ranch talks with us about her experiences as a woman within the herpetoculture community.

Emmanuel Van Heygen: The Exo Terra Expedition

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!

Melissa Amarello: Rattlesnake Social Behavior

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