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by froghaven
March 4th, 2013, 4:05 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: A few from 2012
Replies: 10
Views: 5612

Re: A few from 2012

Beautiful posts Matt. I love the caiman lizard especially!
by froghaven
March 2nd, 2013, 7:53 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: January Spadefoots/Tigers & more in Tennessee
Replies: 6
Views: 1687

Re: January Spadefoots/Tigers & more in Tennessee

Thanks Tamara! I appreciate your comments. I am also impressed with your new camera and growing skills! Looking forward to July ;-)
by froghaven
March 2nd, 2013, 7:28 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Anoles - enough said
Replies: 34
Views: 23650

Re: Anoles - enough said

Awesome post and amazing photography. Thanks for the tutorial!
:beer:
by froghaven
March 2nd, 2013, 5:24 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: January Spadefoots/Tigers & more in Tennessee
Replies: 6
Views: 1687

January Spadefoots/Tigers & more in Tennessee

Had a feeling after finding numerous frog and salamander species early on the night of January 10th that I might better check my spadefoot site...and sure enough I found 2 AOR's and 1 DOR. I know you are going to ask...so: Night shot with Fenix TK-45 flashlight and onboard flash with Nikon CoolpixP5...
by froghaven
February 28th, 2013, 6:53 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Leucistic Zigzag Salamander
Replies: 11
Views: 3438

Re: Leucistic Zigzag Salamander

Thanks guys! I almost didn't stop. Scanned it as 'yet another' zigzag. Then as I was pulling away, I thought, 'Did I see what I think I saw?' Yep, I sure did! :shock:
by froghaven
February 28th, 2013, 5:54 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Leucistic Zigzag Salamander
Replies: 11
Views: 3438

Leucistic Zigzag Salamander

Sorry folks, I have not posted in a while. I will try to catch up here soon. But thought you might enjoy seeing this adult male leucistic zigzag salamander that I road cruised during a light rain on February 10th in Williamson County, TN. http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm148/froghavenfarm/DSCN95...
by froghaven
December 14th, 2012, 11:08 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!
Replies: 22
Views: 5161

Re: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!

Really? Because if they made decent beer then it would be so much easier to tolerate their sponsorship of the rattlesnake snake torurefests? I do not even drink beer. I think it all tastes pretty crappy. But I do feel the need to pressure the company to change their policy. No Lisa, I wouldn't supp...
by froghaven
December 14th, 2012, 11:05 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!
Replies: 22
Views: 5161

Re: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!

I am taking names and expect to see that all of you who have hijacked this post to discuss beer, have responded on the Coors Light page in response to their sponsorship of the Sweetwater Rattlesnake Roundup! :beer:

https://www.facebook.com/coorslight?ref=ts&fref=ts
by froghaven
December 14th, 2012, 11:03 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!
Replies: 22
Views: 5161

Re: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!

chris_mcmartin wrote:Looks like it's still up, but the page is for their Canadian affiliate.

Ooops! Try this one instead:

https://www.facebook.com/coorslight?ref=ts&fref=ts
by froghaven
December 10th, 2012, 11:09 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Lisinopril
Replies: 11
Views: 2897

Re: Lisinopril

It was originally developed because of observations and research using a snake venom. The development of this group of medications almost reads like a medical mystery. It all started with the venom of a poisonous Brazilian snake. The deadly jararaca caused severe hemorrhaging. An extract from the ve...
by froghaven
December 10th, 2012, 10:22 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!
Replies: 22
Views: 5161

Re: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!

Really? Because if they made decent beer then it would be so much easier to tolerate their sponsorship of the rattlesnake snake torurefests?

I do not even drink beer. I think it all tastes pretty crappy. But I do feel the need to pressure the company to change their policy.
by froghaven
December 10th, 2012, 8:46 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!
Replies: 22
Views: 5161

Re: Thanks Coors for sponsoring the Sweetwater Roundup!

I wonder how long this lasts on the Coors Light FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/coorslightbrew ... ny?fref=ts
https://www.facebook.com/coorslightbrew ... ny?fref=ts

Please go on their page and Like it! It is under Recent Posts by Others
by froghaven
October 3rd, 2012, 7:36 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Roll call for NAFHA Snake Rd.
Replies: 88
Views: 24962

Re: Roll call for NAFHA Snake Rd.

I am driving up on Friday morning and leaving Sunday afternoon.
Kelly Mc wrote:the porn shop sells Wood :mrgreen:
Wood and woodys ;)
by froghaven
October 3rd, 2012, 3:23 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: NAFHA Snake Road Field Trip
Replies: 21
Views: 4915

Re: NAFHA Snake Road Field Trip

I am still planning on coming. Unpacking and re-packing my car now. Looking forward to seeing everyone. Who all is still coming?
by froghaven
September 26th, 2012, 3:21 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the THS
Replies: 0
Views: 886

Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the THS

The Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the Tennessee Herpetological Society is up!

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http://www.tnherpsociety.org/schedule_2012.htm

http://www.tnherpsociety.org/meeting_2012.htm
by froghaven
September 26th, 2012, 3:20 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the THS
Replies: 0
Views: 1120

Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the THS

The Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the Tennessee Herpetological Society is up!

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http://www.tnherpsociety.org/schedule_2012.htm

http://www.tnherpsociety.org/meeting_2012.htm
by froghaven
September 26th, 2012, 3:17 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the THS
Replies: 0
Views: 664

Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the THS

The Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the Tennessee Herpetological Society is up!

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http://www.tnherpsociety.org/schedule_2012.htm

http://www.tnherpsociety.org/meeting_2012.htm
by froghaven
September 26th, 2012, 3:17 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Agenda for 18th THS Meeting
Replies: 0
Views: 708

Agenda for 18th THS Meeting

The Agenda for the Eighteenth Annual Meeting of the Tennessee Herpetological Society is up!

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http://www.tnherpsociety.org/schedule_2012.htm

http://www.tnherpsociety.org/meeting_2012.htm
by froghaven
September 24th, 2012, 9:56 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snake Conservation Meme...Please share!
Replies: 5
Views: 1535

Re: Snake Conservation Meme...Please share!

soulsurvivor wrote:Very nice photo and message! I will use it. :thumb:
Thank you!

Soopaman wrote:Good message, but it's not really a meme...
Thank you! I knew it wasn't really a meme, but I couldn't think of anything else to call it...my brain was toast. :?:
by froghaven
September 23rd, 2012, 7:43 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snake Conservation Meme...Please share!
Replies: 5
Views: 1535

Snake Conservation Meme...Please share!

This photo speaks for itself! It is a Tennessee timber rattlesnake I photographed earlier in the year with the help of rattlesnake researcher Danny Bryan. Please feel free to post and share!

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by froghaven
September 23rd, 2012, 7:23 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: My Fascination with Snakes! -Project Noah Blog
Replies: 0
Views: 962

My Fascination with Snakes! -Project Noah Blog

I am sure that mine is a story that is echoed time and again through the members of this forum. But it is rare that one gets to relate that story to a global audience. It has been an honor to represent the herpetological community this week through the joint partnership between Project Noah and the ...
by froghaven
September 23rd, 2012, 7:18 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Field Herp Forum Members in Project Noah blog-Snake Week
Replies: 0
Views: 818

Field Herp Forum Members in Project Noah blog-Snake Week

It is with a bittersweet sadness that I bid adieu to Snake Week. It has been a fun week for me and my incredible cohorts. A special thanks to Cameron Young for having the foresight to create an annual Spring and Fall snake count. I hope that you enjoyed it as much as we did and to close out the fina...
by froghaven
September 22nd, 2012, 8:14 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?
Replies: 8
Views: 2690

Re: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?

Justin, That is incredibly kind of you. But I would need you to load it up on Project Noah as a spotting. If you are willing to share such an amazing photo that would be awesome but why don't you check out the site before you commit. It is a terrific organization ! :thumb: http://www.projectnoah.org...
by froghaven
September 21st, 2012, 8:07 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?
Replies: 8
Views: 2690

Re: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?

We absolutely do want accuracy on all accounts! I am trying to get in contact with someone at the London Zoo. I believe the spotter will be glad to have an accurate ID as well. Thank you so much!
by froghaven
September 21st, 2012, 11:13 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?
Replies: 8
Views: 2690

Re: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?

Good points all...you might want to mention to Lisa or whomever posted this the "black mamba" may not be as captioned, it looks like a cobra to me, possibly a king? Ophiophagous hannah (?)...what say the brethrin'? Black mambas are famous for the "coffin" shaped head among other...
by froghaven
September 21st, 2012, 7:27 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?
Replies: 8
Views: 2690

Snakes! Why did it have to be Snakes?

Think the only good snake is a dead snake? Lisa Powers has been on a lifelong mission to convince people otherwise. Check out today’s blog for some interesting connections between snakes and humans that might make you reconsider! http://blog.projectnoah.org/post/31983394787/snakes-why-did-it-have-to...
by froghaven
September 16th, 2012, 1:55 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snake Week at Project Noah
Replies: 0
Views: 856

Snake Week at Project Noah

It is snake week at Project Noah in conjunction with the Center for Snake Conservation Snake Count. Here are some of our blogs for this week, with more to come! So many neat things to learn about snakes!
http://blog.projectnoah.org/
by froghaven
August 15th, 2012, 12:30 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cooperative Snake PR?
Replies: 1
Views: 853

Re: Cooperative Snake PR?

Does anyone want to weigh in on this or am I just spinning my wheels here?
by froghaven
August 15th, 2012, 12:02 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Sceloporus question
Replies: 3
Views: 1216

Re: Sceloporus question

Per the website http://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/outdoor-recreation/nature-viewing/amphibians-and-reptiles/lizards This Missouri lizard used to be considered the "northern fence lizard," but biologists have revised its taxonomy. Whatever its name, this common forest-dwelling lizard often ...
by froghaven
August 15th, 2012, 2:22 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cooperative Snake PR?
Replies: 1
Views: 853

Cooperative Snake PR?

Greetings Herper Friends, It occurred to me this week we might make more headway in the effort to sway people towards at least respecting our beloved herps if we put up a more united and professional front. I know this is a bit long for some of you, but stay with me here! I offer a couple of example...
by froghaven
August 14th, 2012, 9:02 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Another Tool for Educating the Public
Replies: 0
Views: 725

Another Tool for Educating the Public

Project Noah is an award-winning software platform designed to help people reconnect with the natural world. Launched out of NYU’s Interactive Telecommunications Program in early 2010, the project began as an experiment to mobilize citizen scientists and build a digital butterfly net for the 21st ce...
by froghaven
August 14th, 2012, 8:41 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: A little help please?
Replies: 1
Views: 996

Re: A little help please?

I am pleased with that article. It was non-sensationalist, and they seemed to have contacted a respectable source for quotations. It was the way they promoted it before the airing and the fact that it was the lead story that is disturbing. Thanks though for the comments though regarding the 'respec...
by froghaven
August 13th, 2012, 7:35 pm
Forum: News
Topic: Snakes Found Inside Head Start Classroom
Replies: 2
Views: 1972

Snakes Found Inside Head Start Classroom

Nothing like a little sensationalism!

Snakes Found Inside Head Start Classroom
http://www.newschannel5.com/story/19268 ... -classroom
by froghaven
August 13th, 2012, 7:19 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: More Sensationalism by the News Media
Replies: 1
Views: 1135

More Sensationalism by the News Media

The lead story on the evening news? Really?!!! Several small black snakes were found dead (likely dessicated) in the ventilation system of a school during an inspection BEFORE the school even had students back yet. Well I always said that it would be very unlikely if I were ever to be the lead story...
by froghaven
August 13th, 2012, 7:17 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: A little help please?
Replies: 1
Views: 996

A little help please?

The lead story on the evening news? Really?!!! Several small black snakes were found dead (likely dessicated) in the ventilation system of a school during an inspection BEFORE the school even had students back yet. Well I always said that it would be very unlikely if I were ever to be the lead story...
by froghaven
August 13th, 2012, 7:12 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Herper Speed Dating
Replies: 22
Views: 6053

Re: Herper Speed Dating

Jim,
You are one of a kind! :thumb:
by froghaven
August 7th, 2012, 11:02 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: NAFHA Snake Road Field Trip
Replies: 21
Views: 4915

Re: NAFHA Snake Road Field Trip

I'll be there! :D
by froghaven
August 7th, 2012, 10:49 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Herper Speed Dating
Replies: 22
Views: 6053

Re: Herper Speed Dating

LOL. If I were to place an ad in the singles section, it would read, 'Must love snakes'.

And let me tell you fellas, it is not so easy for us gals either. Guys like them or hate/fear them...doesn't seem to be many who are in between.
by froghaven
August 7th, 2012, 10:45 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Eighteenth Annual TENNESSEE HERPETOLOGY CONFERENCE
Replies: 0
Views: 760

Eighteenth Annual TENNESSEE HERPETOLOGY CONFERENCE

Invitation to the Eighteenth Annual TENNESSEE HERPETOLOGY CONFERENCE http://inlinethumb06.webshots.com/50373/2289985220101098752S500x500Q85.jpg Dates September 27th, 28th & 29th (Thursday - Saturday) Conference Objectives To foster an understanding of the past, present, and future of Tennessee h...
by froghaven
August 7th, 2012, 10:42 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Eighteenth Annual TENNESSEE HERPETOLOGY CONFERENCE
Replies: 0
Views: 857

Eighteenth Annual TENNESSEE HERPETOLOGY CONFERENCE

Invitation to the Eighteenth Annual TENNESSEE HERPETOLOGY CONFERENCE http://inlinethumb06.webshots.com/50373/2289985220101098752S500x500Q85.jpg Dates September 27th, 28th & 29th (Thursday - Saturday) Conference Objectives To foster an understanding of the past, present, and future of Tennessee h...
by froghaven
August 6th, 2012, 9:51 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!
Replies: 7
Views: 2617

Re: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!

The 'Review' is in. This guy did a pretty good job for the most part. I do wish he had mentioned going straight to the hospital though if bitten :roll:

http://www.columbiadailyherald.com/sect ... nwald.html

Thanks!
by froghaven
August 6th, 2012, 9:49 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!
Replies: 4
Views: 1539

Re: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!

The 'Review' is in. This guy did a pretty good job for the most part. I do wish he had mentioned going straight to the hospital though if bitten :roll:

http://www.columbiadailyherald.com/sect ... nwald.html
by froghaven
July 30th, 2012, 4:22 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!
Replies: 7
Views: 2617

Re: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!

Thanks Josh and Dave! It was great fun...stay tun ;) ed, I may be coming to a venue close to you, you never know
by froghaven
July 25th, 2012, 6:51 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!
Replies: 7
Views: 2617

Re: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!

Thanks Mike! Sometimes it takes the most unlikely looking people, doing the most unlikely things in the most unlikely way to open peoples eyes! I certainly fit that job description :shock:
by froghaven
July 25th, 2012, 6:13 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Boys will be boys
Replies: 9
Views: 1683

Re: Boys will be boys

Excellent post Bill! Thanks to you and Julie for sharing!
by froghaven
July 25th, 2012, 5:58 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!
Replies: 7
Views: 2617

Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!

http://inlinethumb05.webshots.com/48452/2774742330101098752S500x500Q85.jpg Strand Art Gallery Snakes: The Art and Science A multi-media presentation by Herpetologist/Nature Photographer/Artist Lisa Powers, Froghaven Farm July 28, 2012 1:00-3:00 pm The Strand Art Gallery & Theater, Hohenwald, TN...
by froghaven
July 25th, 2012, 5:54 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!
Replies: 4
Views: 1539

Now for Something a Little Different - Come see me!

http://inlinethumb05.webshots.com/48452/2774742330101098752S500x500Q85.jpg Strand Art Gallery Contact: Kenny Graves For Immediate Release 931-306-9194 Snakes: The Art and Science A multi-media presentation by Herpetologist/Nature Photographer/Artist Lisa Powers, Froghaven Farm July 28, 2012 1:00-3:...