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19: PH Progressing Herpetoculture w/ Dillon Perron Dec 23, 2022

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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with our very own host, Dillon Perron, of the Animals at Home Podcast (and Network!). We get into the nitty gritty of a recent episode (https://youtu.be/O54nOy8cX3o) Dillon released sharing some of his broader philosophies and critiques of herpetoculture, where he sees potential for growth in the practice, and where herpetoculture is potentially most vulnerable to outside agitation. Have a listen! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors!

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147: AAH High-Quantity Rack Keeping Killed my Passion | Nick Bertrand Dec 21, 2022

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Nick Bertrand is a keeper out of Quebec, Canada who now focuses on rare and uncommon lizard species. In the episode, Nick explains how his initial passion for reptile keeping quickly became unmanageable and resulted in him needing to take a break from herpetoculture entirely. Simply put, high-quantity rack keeping killed his passion for keeping which is a very common experience among herpetoculturalists. Nick tells us how he re-engaged with keeping, the rules he follows to maintain interest and we discuss the joy he gains from keeping now that he has turned his focus to high-level keeping. Nick keeps some incredibly interesting species including blue beauty anoles (Anolis equestris potior) , Spiny Tailed skinks (Egernia depressa), Brazilian Galliwasps (Diploglossus lessonae) and more!

YOUTUBE VERISON: https://youtu.be/JaIHyzFdBCI SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/147-nireptiles/

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18: PH The Fine Rewards of Field Herping w/ Nick Dokai Dec 16, 2022

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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Nick Dokai of Innovative Ectotherms. We get into Nick's backstory, swap field herping stories, discuss how field herping can influence captive care - and a whole lot more. Have a listen! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors!

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17: PH Getting into the Grit w/ Jordan Russell Dec 09, 2022

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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Jordan Russell of California Breeders Union. We get into Jordan's backstory, talk comparisons between aviculture and herpetoculture, define the distinction between preservation and conservation, explore some broader critiques of herpetoculture and where it can improve - and a whole lot more. Have a listen! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors!

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/17-jordan-russell/

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California Breeders Union: https://www.californiabreedersunion.com
Follow Jordan on Instagram: @californiabreedersunion

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12: R&R How To Set Up a Zoo Level Ball Python Enclosure | Norwich Reptile Shed Dec 04, 2022

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Jamie Tritton of Norwich reptile shed, joins us to talk about his 30ft long reptile shed which has a floor-to-ceiling zoo-style ball python enclosure. We go into how to set this up, the culture in the ball python community, and the challenges Jamie faced in setting this up.

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146: AAH Why I've Changed My Mind About Reptile Keeping | Dillon Perron Dec 03, 2022

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In the episode, I discuss my thoughts on keeping captive reptiles.

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/146-dillon-perron/

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5 Freedoms: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5082305/
Bio-Activity Round Table: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/rt-1/
ARC: https://amazonrainforestconservancy.com/
P:H with Billy Sveen: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/13-billy-sveen/
Hedonic Treadmill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXYfEn4puTI
Lori Torrini: @LoriTorrini | https://www.behavioreducation.org/lori-s-work-where-to-find

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16: PH The Virologist with an Australian Addiction w/ Dr. Justin Julander Dec 02, 2022

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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Dr. Justin Julander of Australian Addiction Reptiles and the Reptile Fight Club Podcast. We exchange field herping stories, hear about Justin's broader interests as a naturalist and birder, how those interests have influenced his practice as a herper, the scientific method (and lack thereof) in herpetoculture, his podcast, and much more. Have a listen - and please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our sponsors!

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Australian Addiction Reptiles: http://www.australianaddiction.com
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145: AAH Ball Pythons FAIL in Large Spaces? | Joob Joob & Friends Nov 30, 2022

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Caila Mailloux is the creator behind the popular Instagram account @JoobJoobtheSnek. In the episode, we discuss to major topics. First, we cover Caila's heartbreaking experience with Serpentovirus (nidovirus), a deadly respiratory virus that is currently plaguing the reptile trade. Caila walks us through the key components of dealing with the virus as well as a new testing facility at the University of Guelph that make viral testing more accessible to Canadians. The second half of the conversation revolves around the controversy that has been sparked by Caila keeping her Ball Pythons in large Freedom breeder racks designed to house boas. We discuss where both ball python breeders and traditional pet keepers get it wrong.

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/145-joob-joob/

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HBP Episode 20: https://youtu.be/sV6CAHDw19w
Longitudinal and Cross-Sectional Sampling of Serpentovirus (Nidovirus) Infection in Captive Snakes…
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15: PH The Herping Entrepreneur w/ Bryan Minne Nov 25, 2022

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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Bryan Minne of the Herpetological Education and Research Project (and Bushmaster Conservation Project). We hear about Bryan's beginnings in herpetoculture, the many different hats he wears in herpetology and herpetoculture, the state of the hobby in Europe, leading herping expeditions, and a lot more. This is one of the most inspiring conversations we've had yet! Have a listen - and please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our sponsors!

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/15-bryan-minne/

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H. E. R. P. website: https://www .herp.be
Bushmaster Conservation Project: https://bushmasterproject.com/
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Follow H. E. R. P on Instagram: @h.e.r.p._herpetofauna
Follow Bushmaster Conservation Project on Instagram: @bushmasterconservationproject

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144: AAH KINIXYS, The Beautiful Hinge-Back Tortoise | Jeremy Thompson Nov 19, 2022

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Jeremy Thompson is the founder of The Kinixys Cooperative. TKC exists to preserve Kinixys in captivity by collaborating to produce healthy genetically diverse captive-born offspring and to conserve them in their native ranges to the best of their ability by assisting in research and contributing donations. In this episode, Jeremy lays out the framework for establishing a preservation/conservation-focused organization within the private sector. We discuss what drew him to the Kinixys genera, how two trips to South Africa changed his life, how to keep Kinixys, and more!

Show Notes: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/144-tkc/