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by krisbell
July 6th, 2015, 12:32 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Most Herps Found in a 24-hour Period?
Replies: 17
Views: 7349

Re: Most Herps Found in a 24-hour Period?

Both diversity and sheer number have been well beaten by others in this post but I recorded over 30 juvenile keelbacks in NE Queensland during a 2 hour stint after several days of torrential rain had caused huge flooding and pushed every animal for miles around onto one elevated road. Saw a handful ...
by krisbell
June 29th, 2015, 1:10 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thailand - Advice
Replies: 2
Views: 1687

Re: Thailand - Advice

I'll echo the above recommendation.

There are plenty of people more qualified than I to talk about Thailand but I personally loved Khao Sok - Kings, wagleri, flying frogs all realistic targets.
by krisbell
June 5th, 2015, 10:06 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Footage from Malaysia February 2015
Replies: 4
Views: 2601

Re: Footage from Malaysia February 2015

Saved the best for last IMO. Great video, brings back memories of my honeymoon!
by krisbell
May 27th, 2015, 7:59 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: trip report - Peninsular Malaysia april 2015
Replies: 25
Views: 16089

Re: trip report - Peninsular Malaysia april 2015

Epic trip and epic post Jeroen, you guys saw more in your one holiday than I have ever seen in many, many trips to Asia. Also, I wish you would include vague region data beside all your pics purely and simply to help me plan my next trip!
by krisbell
May 5th, 2015, 11:25 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 12 Oriental Whips in an hour
Replies: 8
Views: 3121

Re: 12 Oriental Whips in an hour

Nice work, I love this species. Whereabouts was this (roughly)?
by krisbell
May 5th, 2015, 12:31 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: A week in south/central Thailand - Feb 2015
Replies: 7
Views: 3085

Re: A week in south/central Thailand - Feb 2015

Great photography! The last one is such a cool pose... Was it green at first? Yep, I found it high up a thin stand of bamboo at night and it was vivid green like B.cristatella. When I went to take photos of it the following morning it had its angry suit on. I sat and watched it change back to green...
by krisbell
May 4th, 2015, 10:38 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: A week in south/central Thailand - Feb 2015
Replies: 7
Views: 3085

Re: A week in south/central Thailand - Feb 2015

Thanks for the comments guys, much appreciated. And I agree Nick, those similarities have not gone unnoticed - pretty incredible convergent evolution.
by krisbell
May 4th, 2015, 5:18 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: A week in south/central Thailand - Feb 2015
Replies: 7
Views: 3085

A week in south/central Thailand - Feb 2015

Rather late than never, here is a very brief trip report from a week in Thailand at the beginning of February 2015, from Hua Hin in the north to Khao Sok in the south. Most of the time was spent with my brothers, who aren't big on herping but considering the low intensity herping effort I did OK, wi...
by krisbell
May 4th, 2015, 3:22 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Morocco - april 2015
Replies: 19
Views: 10338

Re: Morocco - april 2015

Fantastic photos as always Thor - Its such a shame I missed your trip. Of course the Bitis, Macrovipera and Cerastes are superstars, but the highlights for me here are the geckos Stenodactylus (beautiful coloration) and Tarentola (looks like a puppy). Both are captured superbly in their environment.
by krisbell
May 4th, 2015, 3:15 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Far-north Queensland, Australia
Replies: 13
Views: 7406

Re: Far-north Queensland, Australia

Fantastic quality of shots throughout Matt, but particularly the wide angle stuff and particularly for me the Macleays.
by krisbell
March 25th, 2015, 8:10 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Foot Fetish
Replies: 12
Views: 5579

Re: Foot Fetish

Neat idea - heres the only dedicated foot shot I have in my collection. A Tokay gecko...

ImageTokay gecko (Gekko gecko) by Kristian Bell, on Flickr
by krisbell
December 20th, 2014, 3:04 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: .
Replies: 13
Views: 7274

Re: Catching Chameleons in South Florida

Great post - I can see the progression from chameleon novice to having them (literally) dripping off you! Love it.
by krisbell
December 19th, 2014, 2:09 am
Forum: Bird Forum
Topic: First post in BirdForum and a few boring UK birds
Replies: 4
Views: 3640

Re: First post in BirdForum and a few boring UK birds

Thanks Jim and cbernz for the comments. Yep one of Jersey's claims to fame is the zoo (now known simply as Durrell i think). It is a fantastic place that does really great work. We are also known for our potatoes - which are ready earlier than anywhere else in the UK due to our (comparatively) mild ...
by krisbell
December 17th, 2014, 4:12 am
Forum: Bird Forum
Topic: First post in BirdForum and a few boring UK birds
Replies: 4
Views: 3640

First post in BirdForum and a few boring UK birds

Hi all, I am a longtime member and poster in FHF but thought I would say hello in the birding forum and see if it is frequented by similarly enlightened and pleasant folk as FHF is. I cant say hi and not share a few pics so please see a small selection from two days spent in the UK last week. I live...
by krisbell
December 3rd, 2014, 2:19 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Asia Adventure Part 2: Borneo!
Replies: 45
Views: 20689

Re: Asia Adventure Part 2: Borneo!

Cracking post Rupert - love the cat gecko and that stick insect is unreal!
by krisbell
December 2nd, 2014, 3:50 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: How do snakes act in the subtropics? (2 year old post)
Replies: 17
Views: 6191

Re: How do snakes act in the subtropics?

Kelly Mc wrote:
krisbell wrote:
Kelly Mc wrote: Amusing hyperbole to a comment made about poikilotherms thermoregulating.
Sorry my bad - I misread as a super serious thought!
by krisbell
December 2nd, 2014, 2:19 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: How do snakes act in the subtropics? (2 year old post)
Replies: 17
Views: 6191

Re: How do snakes act in the subtropics?

Road temperature such a magnetic physical pull it has even surpassed generations of being squashed, so far. But evolution continues. I dont think you can directly attribute seeing snakes dead on the road as a magnetic physical pull, as per my point above regarding most snakes simply crossing roads ...
by krisbell
November 29th, 2014, 12:37 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thailand 2012 May Trip Herping – Khao Sok
Replies: 2
Views: 3552

Re: Thailand 2012 May Trip Herping – Khao Sok

Hi Dave, many thanks for the post. I am considering spending a few nights at Khao Sok in January. Are you able to enter the park after dark without being on some sort of night safari? Are there relatively quiet roads in that area that go through decent road cruising habitat?
by krisbell
November 29th, 2014, 12:27 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: How do snakes act in the subtropics? (2 year old post)
Replies: 17
Views: 6191

Re: How do snakes act in the subtropics?

Hi Rupert, I really have no idea how to answer your question but a few considerations: I'm sure I saw a simulation someone had made on this site regarding virtual cruising where you could put in your hypothetical speed, how many snakes would cross a road and how fast you wanted to cruise at and the ...
by krisbell
November 24th, 2014, 11:02 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Spring 2014: Working the Iberian Peninsula
Replies: 17
Views: 8234

Re: Spring 2014: Working the Iberian Peninsula

Epic post and wonderful photography - you really cleaned up, 5 LATASTES!!! Many thanks for sharing.
by krisbell
November 21st, 2014, 7:11 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Snakes of 2014-Florida and Georgia - Part 1
Replies: 14
Views: 8276

Re: Snakes of 2014-Florida and Georgia - Part 1

Great post Josh - love the mole kingsnake.
by krisbell
November 13th, 2014, 11:59 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Borneo and King Cobras [pic heavy]
Replies: 50
Views: 25203

Re: Borneo and King Cobras [pic heavy]

Have you been herping in Asia before? Bronze backs have a completely different head shape and pattern. This mock viper was a bit on the thin side and as I said, he was heavily in shed which you can attribute to the drabness. OK I see it now - I think I was comparing it to P.pulverulentus which I am...
by krisbell
November 13th, 2014, 1:25 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Borneo and King Cobras [pic heavy]
Replies: 50
Views: 25203

Re: Borneo and King Cobras [pic heavy]

Cracking post - love the wide angle pics, the wallace's and the Sumatran viper. Excuse the question and I am more than happy to be told I'm wrong as I am pretty hopeless with Asian herps but your painted mock viper looks weird and more like a drab bronzeback?
by krisbell
October 12th, 2014, 7:25 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Morocco Herptrip 2014
Replies: 17
Views: 9916

Re: Morocco Herptrip 2014

Great post Markus - is it easy and safe to get around by car in Morocco? Next time please take me with you!
by krisbell
October 11th, 2014, 4:34 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Malaysia Summer 2014: Borneo (Sabah & Sarawak)+ Pulau Tioman
Replies: 17
Views: 9244

Re: Malaysia 2014: Borneo (Sabah & Sarawak) and Pulau Tioman

Great pics and report - thanks for sharing.
by krisbell
September 29th, 2014, 11:37 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Asia Adventure 2014 Part 1: West Malaysia
Replies: 18
Views: 13695

Re: Asia Adventure 2014 Part 1: West Malaysia

Great, witty, informative post as usual Rupert. You did well at Bukit Fraser. I have only been there once for 3 nights but I have never had to work so hard to find so few snakes in my entire life.
by krisbell
July 31st, 2014, 4:12 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Everglades monster constrictor hunt. Doing my part.
Replies: 135
Views: 36579

Re: Everglades monster constrictor hunt. Doing my part.

I'm not a regular poster on this site so dont know the history of the OP or others that have commented here but it doesnt seem to me that what Ernie has said justifies some of the rebuttals he has received. Surely no-one can argue that currently there is not a lot of useful, conclusive research out ...
by krisbell
July 1st, 2014, 1:55 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Lets See Some Green Snakes
Replies: 36
Views: 14663

Re: Lets See Some Green Snakes

I too have some weird sort of fetish for green snakes (or failing that, snakes surrounded by green).... https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4112/5112030078_701819c2f6.jpg Green water snake (Nerodia floridana) by Kristian Bell , on Flickr https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4113/5085004605_f5fdde1019.jpg Rough...
by krisbell
April 20th, 2014, 2:30 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Arid Central Australia
Replies: 11
Views: 4941

Re: Arid Central Australia

Nice work Stephen - that ring flash of yours produces some really nice, consistent results. And i have to agree, knob-tails are definitely my favourite flavour of gecko.
by krisbell
April 6th, 2014, 11:10 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Australia trip Part 3
Replies: 18
Views: 13241

Re: Australia trip Part 3

Superb shots once again Milo - though its your long telephoto stuff that really shines. The kangaroo, emu, goose, all oozing quality.
by krisbell
March 31st, 2014, 5:36 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 37 Pix That Prove Australia Is The Craziest Place on Earth
Replies: 11
Views: 2704

Re: 37 Pix That Prove Australia Is The Craziest Place on Ear

Nothing too outrageous in that - they are all possible though wording and some camera angles are a little exagerrated. Not sure Number10 with the shark on the golf course is legit (or in Australia) but its not completely impossible. Most of the stuff shown can occur in a number of countries - python...
by krisbell
March 28th, 2014, 2:18 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Australia trip Part 1
Replies: 24
Views: 10230

Re: Australia trip Part 1

Great post - you saw a decent spread of critters. I particularly like your bird shots - can I ask what telephoto setup you are using?
by krisbell
February 4th, 2014, 11:28 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Malayan Horned Frog
Replies: 5
Views: 2026

Re: Malayan Horned Frog

A remarkable species - great shots.
by krisbell
January 7th, 2014, 3:42 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Amazonia (Peru) July 2013 – (2) amphibians & reptiles!
Replies: 33
Views: 32962

Re: Amazonia (Peru) July 2013 – (2) amphibians & reptiles!

Epic post Jeroen, thank you for sharing – some unbelievable amphibians I never knew existed. Interestingly, despite the fact I have seen almost none of the species (or even genus’) pictured here, I can identify convergent traits in so many of them with animals from regions I am more familiar with (E...
by krisbell
December 1st, 2013, 3:56 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Last months of 2013
Replies: 6
Views: 2610

Re: Last months of 2013

Great post Alexandre - good to see some more representation of species from our part of the world!
by krisbell
November 27th, 2013, 8:06 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 2-WEEK TOUR OF ASIA-Oct'13 (Oman,Thailand,Indo,Aus+Malaysia)
Replies: 19
Views: 5378

Re: 2-WEEK TOUR OF ASIA-Oct'13 (Oman,Thailand,Indo,Aus+Malay

Many thanks again all for your comments - its always gratefully received! Really cool photos, thanks for sharing! I was wondering if the Cyrtodactylus macrotuberculatus was already in the water when you actually found it, or did it end up there while shooting? If you click on the link underneath the...
by krisbell
November 24th, 2013, 1:21 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 2-WEEK TOUR OF ASIA-Oct'13 (Oman,Thailand,Indo,Aus+Malaysia)
Replies: 19
Views: 5378

Re: 2-WEEK TOUR OF ASIA-Oct'13 (Oman,Thailand,Indo,Aus+Malay

Thanks alot for the comments guys, much appreciated. What camera set up are you using for these shots? Aaron - I am using a Canon 5D mark III with a busted (but still sharp) 100mm macro and one off camera flash in a soft box for all my macro stuff. The wide angle shots are taken with 16-35mm L and t...
by krisbell
November 23rd, 2013, 10:55 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 2-WEEK TOUR OF ASIA-Oct'13 (Oman,Thailand,Indo,Aus+Malaysia)
Replies: 19
Views: 5378

2-WEEK TOUR OF ASIA-Oct'13 (Oman,Thailand,Indo,Aus+Malaysia)

I have finally got time to sit down and do a write-up of a trip me, my girlfriend and friends and family members did in October. It was a combination of business, pleasure and everything in between as different people were going on the the trip for different reasons and the aim was to keep everyone ...
by krisbell
October 24th, 2013, 9:56 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Copper-Gold King Cobra and Thailand's Deadliest!
Replies: 24
Views: 8101

Re: Copper-Gold King Cobra and Thailand's Deadliest!

Epic post Rupert - all superb animals that I am insanely jealous of. I'm sure you'll get to spend plenty more time out in that part of world - just do what I did and pretend to go to uni for 3 years in your preferred location!
by krisbell
September 20th, 2013, 11:33 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Monumental Week in FL with Herper from MN
Replies: 13
Views: 6538

Re: Monumental Week in FL with Herper from MN

Absolutely EPIC finds!!! I live in the UK so I'm a real out of towner - imagine the stuff we could find if you take me out for a herp!
by krisbell
September 8th, 2013, 11:44 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Summer- I think chilled Jägermeister might be best for this
Replies: 46
Views: 16872

Re: Summer- I think chilled Jägermeister might be best for t

Absolutely superb post - amazing images of the kingsnake, garter eating fish, neonate rattlers - superb! The scenery looks stunning too, I really want to get out to New Mexico.
by krisbell
August 5th, 2013, 3:03 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Final West Malaysia Adventure - July 2013
Replies: 14
Views: 10495

Re: Final West Malaysia Adventure - July 2013

Another epic post Rupert, love the pics but particularly the commentary to go with them. Getting me very excited for Langkawi in October!
by krisbell
August 5th, 2013, 2:43 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Grazalema National Park, Spain
Replies: 6
Views: 2686

Re: Grazalema National Park, Spain

Nice post David, I will be there myself in a few weeks time - let me know if you plan on visiting the area again and perhaps we can combine our search efforts.
by krisbell
July 31st, 2013, 12:53 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Herping Panama and Norway - Photo warning
Replies: 14
Views: 6744

Re: Herping Panama and Norway - Photo warning

Great post, they are all fantastic animals but I am absolutely blown away by Gonatodes albogularis and Sphaerodactylus homolepis - never even knew they existed and now i HAVE to see them.
by krisbell
July 6th, 2013, 1:05 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cobras and Tons More Thailand Snakes!
Replies: 24
Views: 16338

Re: Cobras and Tons More Thailand Snakes!

Stunning post, snakes, write-up, everything! I cant believe you hadnt seen Chrysopelea ornata ornatissima previously - I would say I average 2 a day (herping or otherwise) every single day I spend in Koh Tao.
by krisbell
July 6th, 2013, 2:16 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Show your artistic side
Replies: 8
Views: 2595

Re: Show your artistic side

Not amazingly creative but for what its worth here's a few of mine... http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7319/9130587394_cf28231b93_c.jpg Agile frog (Rana dalmatina)) by Kristian Bell , on Flickr http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4110/4980225945_bd14c10960_z.jpg Keelback snake (Tropidonophis mairii) by Krist...
by krisbell
June 30th, 2013, 12:25 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Oman, June 2013
Replies: 20
Views: 9746

Re: Oman, June 2013

Great post David, I love the P.rupestris and that Agamid. I'll be spending a night in Muscat in a few months time and I would be ecstatic to see some of the critters you've photographed.
by krisbell
June 27th, 2013, 9:40 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Indonesia, West Malaysia and Borneo 2012
Replies: 60
Views: 31271

Re: Indonesia, West Malaysia and Borneo 2012

I believe this was the first time I have ever seen one actually travelling up the road as appose to across! Thanks, Tom I too have almost never seen a snake travelling up/along a road rather than across. Likewise the vast majority of snakes I see are in transit when crossing a road. These two thing...
by krisbell
June 23rd, 2013, 12:55 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Orpheus Island, Queensland, Australia
Replies: 2
Views: 1656

Re: Orpheus Island, Queensland, Australia

Nice post Stew, i had no idea Cacophis were on Orpheus. Its not the case so much with your pics of the carpets but I've found some of the carpets there seem to have almost Bredli-esque patterning.
by krisbell
June 23rd, 2013, 12:52 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Photos from the Andalusian Mountains, Spain
Replies: 8
Views: 2830

Re: Photos from the Andalusian Mountains, Spain

Great post David, I absolutely love the Andalucian mountain areas. Those mantis' are remarkable, I've seen plenty of pics of them from the area but never seen one myself.