Herpetoculture Magazine
Articles
Hidden Beauty – The Mangrove Saltmarsh Snake
By Chris Montross - Darkhorse Herpetoculture
A true gem of the Southeast is found hiding deep in the biting fly and mosquito ridden mangrove forests of the coastal waters of south Florida.
The Mangrove Saltmarsh Snake...
Tips
Reptilian Transference: Tips for Transporting Herps Safely
By Phil Wolf
If you’re reading this magazine, we’re to assume you own, or plan to own, reptiles or amphibians. That being said, there may be a time when one must transport their pet, and...
Product Reviews
Product Review: ZooMed Repti Shedding Aid
Review by Justin Smith
There are few things more frustrating than an animal that has bad sheds! While we, as keepers, try to do our best to keep bad sheds from happening but at some...
Crocodilians
Living with Nile Crocs
By Paul Donovan
If you like your reptiles big, they don’t come much bigger than the Nile Crocodile, Crocodylus niloticus. This behemoth of a reptile is one of the 24 representatives of the order Crocodilia,...
Snakes
Heat Pits Explained!
By Paul Donovan
The detection mechanism of prey within the snake families is predominantly achieved through the use of the tongue (via pheromones), and eyes (visually); this is a pretty standard organization, irrespective of the...
Stories
Hal Cogger: Interview with an Aussie Icon
By Tie Eipper
Dr. Harold G. Cogger is, to us Aussie herpers, what Vegemite is to those weird Australians who don’t like reptiles. For over 50 years Hal has dedicated his time, knowledge, and enthusiasm...
Lizards
Uromastyx: A Road Map
By Phillip Lietz
INTRODUCTION:Uromastyx lizards (also sometimes known as Spiny Tailed Lizards or Dabb Lizards) have been present in herpetoculture for decades. They are brilliantly colorful, primarily herbivorous, and long-lived desert lizards. Their natural range...
Amphibians
Reptile Mimicry
By Paul Donovan
The animal world around us is full of impersonators who would have you believe they are something they are not. Harmless species do this, by playing on the strength and reputation of...
