What's Herpenin'? A Reptile Conversation
Welcome to the What's Herpenin' podcast. We're all about championing the conservation, education, and laws surrouding the captivaiting world of reptiles. Meet your hosts, Chris, George, and Cassie, as they engage in discussions with keepers, conservationists, and reptile aficionados. Join us as we snake our way through fascinating topics aimed at ensuring the well-being of our captive snakes lizards, turtles, amphibians, and even an occasional jumping spider.
Episodes
7 episodes
The Ball Python Cuddling
In this short episode, Chris, Cassie, and George discuss the paper Intense Sociability in a “Non-Social” Snake (Python regius), recently published in the journal Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology. They discuss the research, its ...
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Episode 6
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23:39
What's Herpenin at New York's Prehistoric World Reptile Zoo?
In this episode of What's Herpenin'?, George, Cassie and Chris talk to Crystal and Seth from New York’s Prehistoric World Reptile Zoo. We dive into a variety of pressing issues within the reptile community, including challenges faced by e...
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Episode 5
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1:25:33
Battle of the Mites: Combating Ophionyssus Natricis in Your Reptile Enclosures
Can you imagine tiny, relentless invaders disrupting the peace of your reptile enclosures? Join us on a fascinating journey as we unpack the world of Ophionyssus Natricis, the notorious reptile mites described in 1844. Learn how these tiny pest...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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52:29
Are you the example the reptile community should emulate?
Join us for a spirited discussion about husbandry, ethical keeping, and whether those with a platform should be models for the community—and if so, how we think they are doing? We discuss proper husbandry, YouTube reptile celebrities, and takin...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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39:25
USARK-FL Unleashed with Shira Loa of Snake Therapy
Get ready to slither into the fascinating world of reptiles with the latest episode of USARK Florida Unleashed! Join hosts George, Cassie, and Chris as they welcome Shira Loa from Snake Therapy. Discover how a snake dropped into her hands spark...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:12:46
USARK-FL Unleashed Season 1, Episode 1, Part 2
Welcome to part 2 of the inaugural episode of USARK-FL Unleased. Your hosts, Cassie, George, and Chris, sit down for a conversation with USARK-FL President Elizabeth Wisneski and Director of Media Daniel Parker. In this epis...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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43:47
USARK-FL Unleashed Season 1, Episode 1
Welcome to part 1 of the inaugural episode of USARK-FL Unleased. Your hosts, Cassie, George, and Chris, sit down for a conversation with USARK-FL President Elizabeth Wisneski and Director of Media Daniel Parker. In this inaugural episode, you m...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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23:03