The budget sequester has forced the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to slash port inspections at night and on the weekends, potentially leaving thousands of fish and reptiles stuck in an import limbo that could devastate two industries just getting back on their feet after the economic downturn. In a The budget sequester has […]
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Mar 12
Mar 12
Sri Lankan snake study reveals new species, rich biodiversity in island country
By Herp News Alex Pyron’s expertise is in family trees. Who is related to whom, who begat whom, how did they get where they are now. But not for humans: reptiles. Go to Source …read more Read more here: herpetofauna.com No products found. Amazon Auto Links
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Big or small, the water's fine in the kingsnake.com banner pool!
The kingsnake.com banner pool ad program has made a big splash, and we don’t want you to miss out! Whether you’re a small hobbyist with just a couple of animals to sell, or a breeder or business who found regular banner advertising too expensive in the past, the kingsnake.com banner pool program is designed for […]
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Photographers threatening the already-maligned slender loris
By Herp News Caught in a beam of torchlight, the eyes of the slender loris reflect back a striking glow. In an effort to better understand these shy, nocturnal primates, a team of researchers set out to the Western Ghats of India. The resulting paper: Moolah, Misfortune or Spinsterhood? The Plight of the Slender Loris […]
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4th Mai Khao Turtle Release To Take Place On Phuket’s Beautiful Mai Khao Beach On March 29, 2013
By Herp News Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation and JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa will stage the 4th Mai Khao Turtle Release on March 29, 2013. This important annual event is organized to raise funds and awareness for the plight of Phuket’s critically endangered sea turtles . Go to Source …read more Read more […]
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‘ Reptile Guy’ helps nab theft suspects after burned home burglarized
By Herp News Longview’s Garth Pithan, of “ Reptile Road Show” fame, went from crime victim to crime avenger after a recent burglary at his burned-out home, according to Cowlitz County Sheriff’s office. Go to Source …read more Read more here: herpetofauna.com No products found. Amazon Auto Links
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