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- May 4th, 2013, 1:18 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: A lot of Epicrates - some common and rare species
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2507
Re: A lot of Epicrates - some common and rare species
Nice collection. Thanks Justin! I can't seem to get enough of them and am currently working on getting more. Very nice! I've been a huge fan of Epicrates (particularly the insular species) for a very long time. I don't know why more people don't keep them... I guess not enough variety, plus only a ...
- April 29th, 2013, 3:29 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: A lot of Epicrates - some common and rare species
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2507
A lot of Epicrates - some common and rare species
I received some "gifted" animals from a friend that was looking to lighten his duties and also looking to help me out with some awesome animals. I am a fanatic of all of the Epicrates spp. The best part is... I still have an Annulated Tree Boa ( Corallus annulatus ) coming to me next Wedne...
- April 12th, 2013, 11:17 am
- Forum: News
- Topic: Anyone see the National Geographic article on Python venom?
- Replies: 88
- Views: 40744
Re: Anyone see the National Geographic article on Python ven
Interesting posts all the way through and I can see valid points on both (or all) sides of the arguments being made. I can definitely see the need and benefits of differentiation between venomous and dangerous. Having taught at both the high school and undergraduate levels (ages from 14 - 45), the m...
- April 6th, 2013, 10:13 am
- Forum: Reading Room
- Topic: Wanted herp nation back issue's
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2027
Re: Wanted herp nation back issue's
Turns out I have 1.3 and 2.1. I don't have any extra copies of 2.2 (go figure since I wrote an article in that one... all extra copies are gone) or of 2.3. PM and we'll figure out shipping if you're interested. They're all in great condition. I also have a couple extra Scales & Tails that I wrot...
- April 6th, 2013, 7:56 am
- Forum: Reading Room
- Topic: Wanted herp nation back issue's
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2027
Re: Wanted herp nation back issue's
I may have a couple extra of at least one of those issues. I can check for you later this weekend (when I'm back home).
- April 6th, 2013, 7:52 am
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Easter eggs!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2082
Re: Easter eggs!
Congrats! That's awesome! Such a beauty... I didn't realize they bred/their adult size is so small.
- April 3rd, 2013, 11:24 am
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Geckos and Skinks
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6878
Re: Geckos and Skinks
Pretty cool collection!
I couldn't imagine no longer keeping any snakes, but geckos/lizards have always really interested me.
I love the H. fasciata you have there. Is it CBB or LTC?
I couldn't imagine no longer keeping any snakes, but geckos/lizards have always really interested me.
I love the H. fasciata you have there. Is it CBB or LTC?
Re: Lens mug
There are some pretty neat mugs.... I've got this one: http://www.amazon.com/Fotodiox-Stainless-Insulated-Tumbler-Refreshment/dp/B004ECJ9N4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1365013186&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+coffee+mug Of course now I have to worry about someone stealing my coffee mug thinking it's ...
- March 27th, 2013, 1:58 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Colorful hatchling Ashy Gecko
- Replies: 19
- Views: 10316
Re: Colorful hatchling Ashy Gecko
Great shots Mike! Beautiful hatchling as well!
- March 1st, 2013, 12:12 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Spotted Salamanders and the Spring Breeding Migration
- Replies: 17
- Views: 4074
Re: Spotted Salamanders and the Spring Breeding Migration
Living in NY, I've always had great luck finding spotteds simply by flipping rocks and logs around vernal pools all through spring.
- March 1st, 2013, 8:41 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Anyone know the origin of this picture?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 5101
Re: Anyone know the origin of this picture?
I actually picked up this book.... The introduction by Vollmann (not the author) also comments on him being bit and says that "it must have been a dry bite" which would imply that the snake was not venomoid. It wouldn't make much sense to sensationalize the anecdote or advertise it in the ...
- February 27th, 2013, 6:22 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Snails as feeders?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2035
Re: Snails as feeders?
Just a note - I used the snails for Sibon and Dipsas sp. Mine were w/c until I started breeding them, but I never had any issues with parasites.
- February 27th, 2013, 8:02 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Sea snakes and other stuff from Indonesia (now with video!)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4258
Re: Sea snakes and other stuff from Indonesia (now with vide
Really awesome Robbie! Some fantastic shots in there... love the black tip closeups! The snake shots weren't that bad either for having a constantly moving subject.
Happy to see it all, thanks for posting!
Happy to see it all, thanks for posting!
- February 27th, 2013, 7:59 am
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Snails as feeders?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2035
Re: Snails as feeders?
I used to have brown garden snails - invasive so no worry killing them and you can get some cheap to start... and they breed well.
- February 27th, 2013, 7:58 am
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: A few photos...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3206
Re: A few photos...
Ahhh... okay. Thanks for clearing that up Chris. Ridiculous that you have half of the world's albino russians!!!
- February 26th, 2013, 7:10 am
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: A few photos...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3206
Re: A few photos...
Awesome Chris! Out of curiosity... the first E. miliaris is albino? I ask because it looks to have normal pupils (ie pigment there). Just looking at google for pics of them also, I can't find one without pupil pigment. Maybe a misnomer and they're all "hypos"? Just to be clear, I'm not dou...
- February 25th, 2013, 7:34 pm
- Forum: Image Lab
- Topic: Making the best of a situation- a little fun with flash
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2839
Re: Making the best of a situation- a little fun with flash
Very cool Don! I'm surprised you were carrying so much gear with you. The shots turned out well and I like the blog as well. Do you live near Dominical or are you just down there for awhile? I absolutely loved Dominical when I was there in 2011. Fantastic little town and a lot to do. Plus, the burge...
- February 24th, 2013, 8:11 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Frog Hunting on Misty Mountaintops in the Andes! (big post)
- Replies: 27
- Views: 7636
Re: Frog Hunting on Misty Mountaintops in the Andes! (big po
Ridiculous post! Incredible - thanks for sharing all of it!
- February 20th, 2013, 7:10 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Cute lil gecko licking its eyes
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2529
Re: Cute lil gecko licking its eyes
Some fantastic shots! Thanks for posting this! I love a lot of these species that rarely come up.
That last shot is great also... fantastic to see how translucent the tongue is!
That last shot is great also... fantastic to see how translucent the tongue is!
- February 19th, 2013, 7:58 am
- Forum: Reading Room
- Topic: Looking for a book: 'Amphibians and Reptiles of the Yucatan'
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4344
Re: Looking for a book: 'Amphibians and Reptiles of the Yuca
I'd be happy to order a copy for you. I live in NY so shipping probably wouldn't be too much to Canada. If you want to do this, I'll look up prices+shipping to my address for both the book you suggested and the one I suggested. Then shipping from NY to you wouldn't be much. Let me know (ccarillephot...
- February 18th, 2013, 7:21 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: New York finds and ?s
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2623
Re: New York finds and ?s
I agree with id's also. Running down from the top I see in Part 1: Northern Water Snake - Nerodia sipedon sipedon 1) Common Garter Snake - Thamnophis sirtalis 2) Alleghany Dusky Salamander - Desmognathus ochrophaeus 3) Alleghany Dusky Salamander - Desmognathus ochrophaeus 4) Alleghany Dusky Salamand...
- February 18th, 2013, 6:47 am
- Forum: Reading Room
- Topic: Looking for a book: 'Amphibians and Reptiles of the Yucatan'
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4344
Re: Looking for a book: 'Amphibians and Reptiles of the Yuca
Hey Jon, I don't know if you've checked but you can find it on Amazon.com and a couple other sites... expensive though (around $100 used). If you're just looking for something to use for the area... this should cover you: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008W3F4X0/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_2?pf_rd_p=4865...
- February 13th, 2013, 7:47 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Costa Rica Advice
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4475
Re: Costa Rica Advice
Here is some advice I had put into another query about CR. Tell him to get the October '12 issue of Scales & Tails (Australia) Magazine - I have an article on herping Costa Rica in there with info on various herp hotspots to check out. "Quetzal at Parque Reptilandia is a good way to go. I d...
- February 13th, 2013, 7:38 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: This is what i decided to do with that cage!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1354
Re: This is what i decided to do with that cage!
It's a cool setup and a beautiful boa! 2 things come to mind though... do you have clasps to keep it shut (snakes will push their way through anything)? and you have to be careful with heating elements (what looks like a light and heat emitter) in the cage... the snake can climb on it and get badly ...
- February 9th, 2013, 8:07 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Australia (Victoria) Christmas Trip
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2414
Re: Australia (Victoria) Christmas Trip
Awesome post Kristian! Some really great photography and funny text to go along!
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for sharing!
- February 4th, 2013, 1:15 pm
- Forum: Image Lab
- Topic: which is better: canon or nikon?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4501
Re: which is better: canon or nikon?
I agree with Matt - there is no "correct" overall answer. I shoot with Nikon and love it. Figure out what you want to shoot and your budget and let those decide which way you go. Look at lens reviews and prices. Ultimately, you'll find yourself needing particular Nikon or Canon lenses and ...
- February 3rd, 2013, 9:18 am
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Beautiful Snake! (ID needed)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3019
Re: Beautiful Snake! (ID needed)
Beautiful snake!
I'd say C. paradisi. It could possibly be coming out of "blue" giving it a slightly more blue coloration than what you'd normally observe.
I'd say C. paradisi. It could possibly be coming out of "blue" giving it a slightly more blue coloration than what you'd normally observe.
- January 30th, 2013, 7:11 am
- Forum: Reading Room
- Topic: Herp Nation Mag IMPRESSIVE!!!
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2013
Re: Herp Nation Mag IMPRESSIVE!!!
The hybrid article by Chris Carille is a fair and superb treatment of a highly contentious issue. Great work Chris! :thumb: 8-) Thanks Brad! I had some fun writing it and looking at a lot of pics of hybrids. I agree about the issue - it's a great one! I really enjoyed it all and I like the short pi...
- January 27th, 2013, 7:52 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Everybody loves brown snakes, right?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2894
Re: Everybody loves brown snakes, right?
haha. totally agree.Soopaman wrote:These are infinitely cooler than the brown snakes in the U.S.
Cool post and neat variation within the species!
- January 27th, 2013, 1:12 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Costa Rica January 2013
- Replies: 20
- Views: 5725
Re: Costa Rica January 2013
Nice post! Catching the L. septentrionalis eating frog eggs is an awesome find with a common species! I don't disagree with cbernz on the first unidentified frog.. C. bransfordii is incredibly variable. Taking a look though, it could also be Eleutherodactylus gaigeae . I think you're second frog is ...
- January 16th, 2013, 11:43 am
- Forum: Image Lab
- Topic: Photography as a career
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2699
Re: Photography as a career
No problem Dalton! I shoot with Nikon myself, but Canon does make a lot of great bodies and lenses as well. It all really comes down to personal preference... and what you need the camera to do. Both companies make some really high megapixel cameras for large format stuff (bigger than you'd need for...
- January 13th, 2013, 8:46 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: RodentPro raised their prices?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2590
Re: RodentPro raised their prices?
I use Mice Direct... $$$ for shipping though
- January 13th, 2013, 8:42 pm
- Forum: Image Lab
- Topic: Photography as a career
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2699
Re: Photography as a career
Hi Dalton, First off, I don't begin to call myself a "professional photographer," but I do supplement my income with photography and photography-based work. My background is in biology (High School teacher actually) and a Master's in Zoology. I now teach part-time as a college professor, w...
- January 10th, 2013, 1:12 pm
- Forum: Image Lab
- Topic: Help Needed for Mag Article
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1043
Help Needed for Mag Article
Hi all, I'm looking for some help with a few articles I'm authoring. For those of you that don't know me, I'm a part time professor at a couple colleges in NY and I also freelance on the side - authoring magazine articles and currently my first book on Candoia. I also am a freelance photographer pro...
- December 26th, 2012, 6:12 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: The Big Wet, North West Queensland
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2269
Re: The Big Wet, North West Queensland
Some neat finds! I love that first stimson's - gorgeous fella!
The Gilbert's dragon is neat also, reminds me a lot of the basilisks of C.A.
The Gilbert's dragon is neat also, reminds me a lot of the basilisks of C.A.
- December 2nd, 2012, 12:32 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: 2012 highlights
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2723
Re: 2012 highlights
Neat post! CR is such an amazing place! It must have been awesome to see the Olive Ridley. I was lucky and saw a bunch of nesting Green Sea Turtles in 2007, but haven't seen an Olive Ridley before. Your first snake is Leptophis mexicanus . Wild that you got to work with Toucans and Aracaris! Such co...
- November 30th, 2012, 4:46 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Glass Frogs
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2716
Re: Glass Frogs
Awesome video! Love it. Some great glass frogs and nice information. A longer video set to some music (or a narrator) would be great for a herp/zoology class!
Nice work!
BTW... been to Peru and absolutely loved it! Awesome place to herp.
Nice work!
BTW... been to Peru and absolutely loved it! Awesome place to herp.
- November 9th, 2012, 3:52 pm
- Forum: Bird Forum
- Topic: Painted bunting.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3203
Re: Painted bunting.
That is an absolutely beautiful bird!
- November 9th, 2012, 3:47 pm
- Forum: Mammal Forum
- Topic: Monkeys
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9569
Re: Monkeys
Here's a few... I'll try to get more up. I have photos of another 8-15 species on an external hard drive I think. (I've seen 5 species in CA, 7 in Borneo, and 10 or 12 species in Peru) Bornean Orangutan ( Pongo pygmaeus ) - Borneo... I know, not a monkey, love 'em though! http://farm9.staticflickr.c...
- November 5th, 2012, 5:43 am
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: firsts
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1290
Re: firsts
Neat albino alligator. The albino axolotls are pretty neat. I hadn't really seen them being kept by anyone until I joined my current department - my supervisor has one and there were close to 5 being kept by the dept. Just an odd group to have.
- November 3rd, 2012, 1:51 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2520
Re: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
Very cool, Chris! Thanks Scott! Love them! Very nice, I'm a big Epicrates fan myself, though I only have a female Cuban boa at the moment. Let me know if you breed your Bimini boas in the future. I had a pair of those many years ago that I regrettably sold. The male was solid black with just the fa...
- November 3rd, 2012, 1:48 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: MONSTERS!
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4427
Re: MONSTERS!
No way! Awesome Chris! Congrats, they look amazing!
- November 2nd, 2012, 4:02 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Borneo Dispatches #56: Eight Snakes, Plus Bonus Borneo Bits!
- Replies: 23
- Views: 12393
Re: Borneo Dispatches #56: Eight Snakes, Plus Bonus Borneo B
Awesome post Hans! Love the shots as well.
New species ehh? Just take some DNA samples and name it yourself! Enhydris hansensis
New species ehh? Just take some DNA samples and name it yourself! Enhydris hansensis
- November 2nd, 2012, 3:59 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Belize - a little bit of everything
- Replies: 22
- Views: 7358
Re: Belize - a little bit of everything
Awesome caterpillars! Really spectacular. I wish I had gotten better photos of the ones in Honduras.... it was by horseback though so a little far off and not too steady. I'm glad you took a shot at the id, as I haven't been able to find anything close. The NY one I've id'd but don't know if off the...
- November 2nd, 2012, 3:54 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2520
Re: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
Thanks Phil!
- November 2nd, 2012, 3:53 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Best place to live for herping and every day life
- Replies: 114
- Views: 50031
Re: Best place to live for herping and every day life
I second Central America. I haven't been to Panama, but I absolutely love Costa Rica. I'd move there in a heartbeat if my g/f and finances were up for it. Costa Rica is stunning... beaches, Pacific Ocean, Caribbean, volcanoes, and rainforest. Everything you could ever want. It's also right in the mi...
- November 2nd, 2012, 3:00 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2520
Re: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
Thanks Zach! They really are underrated! If you ever get the space and money, they're definitely worth picking up!
- November 1st, 2012, 5:23 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Belize - a little bit of everything
- Replies: 22
- Views: 7358
Re: Belize - a little bit of everything
Here's a couple painful looking caterpillars I've come across:
In Honduras
Here in NY
In Honduras
Here in NY
- November 1st, 2012, 5:17 pm
- Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
- Topic: Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2520
Shots of some of my Epicrates sp
I took some quick photos while cleaning a week or so ago. Here are some of the Epicrates I keep.Hope you enjoy! Epicrates striatus fosteri - Jill; almost a two year old female Bimini Island Boa http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8331/8123668799_394d500f48.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8184/8123669135...
- November 1st, 2012, 5:13 pm
- Forum: The Forum
- Topic: Belize - a little bit of everything
- Replies: 22
- Views: 7358
Re: Belize - a little bit of everything
Thanks for the warning Jimi! Glad I didn't get any nematocysts I guess... I did happen to touch it, just out of curiosity for how it would feel. My instructor did the same... haha I've since become a little less of an ass when it comes to giving a go at anything... realizing some bites can come with...