Josh Halter of The Bio Dude discusses all about the recent challenging situations that The Bio Dude has been facing in recent times: from how Covid affected the business, the new tariff situation, and more. He talks in depth about the business practices that he has set in place in order for The Bio Dude to remain a productive business for himself and the staff, as well as some changes he has made to ensure he is a good owner of the business. Josh also discusses future plans for The Bio Dude, including isopod consumables from ethically sourced fish. This episode is great for people who want to learn more about The Bio Dude’s message, goals, and the behind the scenes struggles of a small business.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/236-the-bio-dude/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:The Bio Dude Website: https://www.thebiodude.com/The Bio Dude Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiodudeThe Bio Dude YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebiodudejoshhalterTIME STAMPS:
0:00 Introducing Josh Halter from The Bio Dude
2:35 Coming Up: Zoo Med University
3:05 Coming Up: The Bio Dude
3:40 Welcome Josh Halter + Recent Trip to Costa Rica
9:22 The Business Model of The Bio Dude
14:58 Recent Challenging Situations for Josh + Growth Process
29:27 Josh As The Owner of The Bio Dude
31:36 Zoo Med University
32:47 Working Through Corona Virus
35:27 The New Tariff Situation
51:01 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
52:02 More Changes Made Due To Extenuating Circumstances
57:37 New Plans For The Bio Dude: Consumables, Drainage Layers + More
1:11:11 The Bio Dude Storefront
1:18:48 Closing Thoughts
Dr. Zac Loughman joins today’s episode to discuss the creation of Colubrid Fest, a colubrid only reptile show filled with insightful speakers, engaging panels, with proceeds going directly back into funding research for the reptiles most commonly kept in the hobby. Zac shares details about how Colubrid Fest came to be, as well as the overall purpose behind its creation. We also talk about Zac’s personal reptile collection, husbandry research at West Liberty University, conservation efforts vs preservation, and much more! Don’t forget to purchase your tickets for the show on September 13th & 14th.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/235-dr-zac-loughman/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/#235 #animalsathomepodcastJOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Purchase Tickets to Colubrid Fest: https://showmereptileshow.com/indianapolis-indiana-colubrid-festHusbandry in Natural History Episode w/ Zac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCV5tKf9EmYFalse Water Cobra Care Episode w/ Zac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pftnr4tCxl4Zac’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacloughman/Dr. Zac at West Liberty University: https://westliberty.edu/biology/faculty/zachary-j-loughman/Zac’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zac.loughman/Photos and Video in Episode:https://www.facebook.com/zac.loughman/Timestamps:
0:00 Introducing Dr. Zac Loughman
2:06 Coming Up: Zoo Med Labs
2:36 Welcome Dr. Zac Loughman + New Books In Progress
5:45 Zac’s Personal Reptile Collection + Husbandry Research
19:56 Zoo Med Labs University
21:07 Colubrid Fest Origin + Creation
33:44 Animals At Home Patreon
34:04 The Purpose of Colubrid Fest
43:48 Conservation Efforts of Colubrid Fest
58:53 Replicating Ethical Improvements With Other Animals
1:01:43 Conservation vs Preservation
1:14:42 Goals In Purchasing Land for Conservation
1:19:10 Captive Breeding Release Projects
1:30:04 Closing Thoughts
In this episode, we sit down with reptile and amphibian photographer Zac Herr, the creative force behind the popular Instagram account @IAmMakingArt. Zac shares the story of how he got started photographing reptiles and amphibians, along with practical tips for capturing stunning shots—whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into nature photography. We also dive into his brand-new photo book "What is that?", a beautifully curated look at some of the planet’s most fascinating (and often misunderstood) creatures. Whether you’re into animal photography, reptiles, or just love a good creative journey, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/234-zac-herr/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Buy the Book: https://www.zthphotography.com/products/bookhttps://www.instagram.com/iammakingart/https://www.facebook.com/iammakingartPhotos and Video in Episode:https://www.instagram.com/iammakingart/0:00 Introducing Zac Herr
2:20 Coming Up Zoo Med
2:50 Welcome Zac - Getting Started in Photography
14:40 Favorite Animal Zac Has Shot
19:00 Isolating the Subject (Blank Background)
22:50 What Camera Equipment Zac Uses
24:58 Zoo Med University
26:08 How to Capture Animal Detail
29:20 Capturing Great Photos with an iPhone
32:10 Zac's Camera Settings
38:00 How to Direct and Shoot Animals
41:00 Shooting Venomous Animals
44:02 Editing the Photos & Color Correcting
52:33 What Is That? Zac's New Book!
1:05:40 Closing Thoughts
Christian Cave of Caveman Wildlife joins the podcast to chat about his new documentary filmed in the Amazon Rainforest, catching the world’s largest snake: The Green Anaconda. Christian tells the very detailed and interesting story of how he found, caught, measured, and captured all of the moments of the journey in finding the Green Anaconda. Christian discusses the documentary filming process from start to finish, including drone footage of the environment, some ending thoughts from commenters about the documentary, and a important conversation about sensationalism in the wildlife content creation genre. We also briefly discuss Genesis 1:26 and Christian’s interpretation of the meaning when it comes to treatment of wildlife and how it encourages him to continue education of animals. If you’re at all curious about the story of finding and capturing the world’s largest snake and the incredible moments that came along with it, this episode is a great one to tune into. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/233-caveman-wildlife/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Caveman Wildlife YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cavemanwildlifeCaveman Wildlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cavemanwildlifeCaveman Wildlife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caveman_wildlife
0:00 Introducing Christian Cave
2:45 Coming Up: The Bio Dude
3:21 Coming Up: Zoo Med Labs
3:51 Welcome Christian - The Story of The Yacumama Documentary
10:52 The Environment in Peru + Where Anacondas Are Found
18:29 Fear In The Amazon + Catching Caimans
23:02 The Bio Dude Substrates and Bug Grub
24:03 Drone Shots of The Anaconda + Tracks
27:42 Importance of The Guide in The Amazon
29:06 The Moment Christian Spots The Anaconda + The Catch
35:09 Zoo Med Labs University
36:19 The Moment Of The Catch
39:17 The Anaconda Bite Experience
45:30 Sensationalism in Wildlife + Content Creation
50:43 The Measurement of The Anaconda
54:24 Opinions on Keeping Anacondas In Captivity
57:38 Genesis 1:26 Interpretation
1:02:39 Near Misses + More Bites
1:06:49 Content Created By Christian + Future Plans
1:15:20 “A Day In The Life Of Snakes” Children’s Book
1:18:02 Closing Thoughts
Jordan Lindon of Midland Reptile Rescue in Birmingham, UK discusses his experience in running his reptile rescue, the finances involved, the importance of a strong community, and the operations day-to-day. This episode is a great one to tune into if you are someone with aspirations to run a reptile rescue; this truly goes over Jordan’s experience and viewpoints in the function of a reptile rescue in the community. Jordan also talks about mistakes to avoid, legislation viewpoints, species he sees frequently surrendered, and his set-up from taking in surrenders to adopting out. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/232-midlands-reptile-rescue/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Midland Reptile Rescue Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birminghamreptilerescue/Midland Reptile Rescue TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlandsreptilerescueMidland Reptile Rescue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlandsreptilerescue/Photos and Video in Episode:https://www.instagram.com/midlandsreptilerescue/
WE DISCUSS:
00:00 Introducing Jordan Lindon - Midland Reptile Rescue
2:38 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermometer
3:10 Coming Up: The Bio Dude Bioactive Substrates + Dietary Supplements
3:45 Welcome Jordan + Motivations To Start a Reptile Rescue and Expenses
8:27 Demand For The Reptile Rescue + Looking For Homes
12:25 Home Set-Up of The Rescue + Finances
15:24 The Wrong Side Of Rescues + Legislation
17:35 Memorable Surrenders
19:38 Legislation in Banning Reptiles + Large Snakes
21:26 How Many Species Does Jordan Have Now + First Aid in Reptiles
23:21 How Do Animals Get Adopted Out?
24:31 Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermometer
26:02 Rescues Being a Safety Net
29:42 Tips in Starting a Reptile Rescue
32:08 Care Resources + Strange Species
34:28 The Bio Dude Bioactive Substrates + Dietary Supplements
35:28 Jordan’s Personal Animals
37:45 Transitioning Homes For Reptiles
40:44 Jordan’s Feelings On Pet Shops, Breeders, and Expos
46:24 Abandoned Reptiles Experiences
48:06 Commonly Surrendered Species
49:24 Plans For Youtube Channel/Social Media + Profits
53:16 Goals in Rescuing + Education Services
54:47 Major Mistakes to Avoid + Quarantining
57:18 The Importance of Rescues
59:19 Closing Thoughts
Rus of Aquarimax Pets discusses everything there is to know about this very small, low-maintenance pet shrimp called “Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp”, from their native environment, life span, size, and their husbandry in captivity. For anyone curious about keeping a species like this, Russ details the needs of the shrimps such as the tank size, water conditions, temperature, enrichment, decor, and more. Rus also discusses ways that these shrimp are kept in a less than ideal conditions and how that can be improved when keeping them in captivity. This episode is filled with information about the Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp, from a hobbyist who has been keeping them for over 20 years, being a perfect episode for anyone wanting to get started in a relatively easy aquatic pet species.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/231-volcano-shrimp/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Aquarimax YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/aquarimax
Aquarimax Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquarimaxpets/Photos and Video in Episode:B Roll provided by Rus WilsonThumbnail: "Halocaridina rubra" by Joel Carnat is licensed under CC BY 2.0, cropped from the original. https://www.flickr.com/photos/21708387@N02/14065984617https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/
00:00 Introducing Russ of Aquarimax Pets
2:54 Coming Up: The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
3:29 Coming Up: Zoo Med Repti Temp Dimming Thermostat
4:01 Welcome Rus - What He Keeps Currently
7:20 About The Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp and Their Environment
19:17 Encountering The Shrimp In The Pet Trade
21:34 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
22:35 Hardiness of Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp
23:51 Rus’s History With Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp
24:50 Keeping With Tank Mates
28:03 Life Span of Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp
29:38 Husbandry of The Shrimp (Size of Tank, Water Conditions, Salt, etc)
36:06 Zoo Med Repti Temp Dimming Thermostat
38:37 Husbandry of The Shrimp Continued (Water, Temperature, Decor, etc)
51:52 Maturing The Tank + Algae Growth
59:56 Feeding Options
1:05:14 Population Control of Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp
1:09:51 Egg To Hatched Shrimp
1:12:48 Plant Options for Hawaiian Volcano Shrimp Tanks
1:18:02 Feeding Options Continued
1:19:02 Logistics of The Start Of Keeping Shrimp + Recommendations
1:23:54 Common Mistakes
1:28:50 Closing Thoughts
Dr. Billy Sveen discusses his new scientific paper, Captive Equivalence As A Minimum Welfare Standard For Captivity-Managed Herpetofauna, highlighting the ethics of keeping herps in captivity in comparison to the wild and all that goes into considering the lives of each counterpart. For anyone wanting to improve their care in captivity, or even those wanting to start thinking about the ethics of their care differently, this episode is a must-watch. Dr. Billy Sveen notes The Five Domains of care in captivity and compares them to how the wild counterparts live, with considerations of survival rates, habitat losses, suffering in animals, and more. Billy also demonstrates ways that we as captive keepers can improve our care in enclosures, diet, enrichment, and other aspects of care to ensure that we are keeping our herps responsibly and ethically.
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/230-billy-sveen/
SPONSORS:
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LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Billy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creepersherpetoculture/
Captive Equivalence As A Minimum Welfare Standard For Captivity-Managed Herpetofauna: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5f99c047fa9ceb071696ee9a/t/67ec2f45295d144305dc58f1/1743531845626/V7.1_001_Opinion_Sveen.pdf
00:00 Introducing Dr. Billy Sveen
2:07 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermostat
2:39 Coming Up: The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
3:14 Welcome Billy - Reptile Keeping + Projects
8:23 Captive Equivalence As A Minimum Welfare Standard For Captivity-Managed Herpetofauna
26:32 Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermostat
28:03 Applying Welfare Standards
36:41 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
37:42 Updating Captive Care To Improve Welfare + Defining Suffering
54:11 Survival Rates + Wild Caught Animals
1:03:17 Habitat Loss of Wild Herps + Natural Fallacies
1:14:56 Ethics of Suffering in Animals
1:23:24 What Can I Improve + Meeting Standards
1:30:54 Closing Thoughts
Daniel Solis of Oropel Lodge discusses his experiences surrounding nature in South America, as well as reptile keeping and breeding in the past in this episode. Daniel thoroughly talks about his dilemma with keeping reptiles in captivity, whilst appreciating wildlife as they are in the wild. He also enjoys wildlife photography, outlining a couple experiences with capturing wild reptiles in their natural habitats. Daniel Solis also runs the Oropel Lodge, a destination to see and experience wildlife and tourist activities in Costa Rica. We discuss all of the possibilities that people can experience at his lodge, from photography excursions, night life tours, ziplining, birdwatching, and so much more. This episode is perfect for people who are curious to learn how their scaled companions live in the wild, as well as potentially learn about an experience to observe it for themselves.
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/229-oropel/
SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Oropel Lodge Website: https://www.oropellodge.com/
Oropel Lodge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oropellodge/
WE DISCUSS:
00:00 Introducing Daniel Solis of Oropel Lodge
1:42 Coming Up: The Bio Dude
2:18 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiTemp
2:49 Welcome Daniel + His Relationship with Nature
7:56 Breeding and Keeping Reptiles
19:11 Daniel’s Wildlife Photography
19:25 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
20:25 Daniel’s Wildlife Photography and Super Dwarf Reticulated Pythons
28:17 Expeditions in Costa Rica and Around The World
35:49 Keeping Large Reptiles in Captivity vs The Wild
43:34 ReptiTemp Dimming Thermostat
45:05 Species Well Suited For Captivity?
49:05 The Oropel Lodge in Costa Rica
59:44 The Controversy Of Reptile Keeping
1:02:33 Animal Experiences at Oropel Lodge + Rescue Dogs
1:11:18 How To Book With Oropel Lodge
1:13:07 Closing Thoughts
HerpTime joins us to talk all things anole, how to keep them, how to breed them, and his philosophies regarding line breeding them. JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ReptilesandResearchPRODUCTS TO USE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/reptilesandresearchPHAILOZOO 15% OFF DISCOUNT CODE: R&RPHAILOZOO ENCLOSURES: https://phailozoo.co?sca_ref=8248864.jO3NsidwAzTHE REPTILE KEEPER 15% OFF DISCOUNT CODE: RNR15THE REPTILE KEEPER: https://thereptilekeeper.com/?amc=TRK-7-5601fbEMAIL► reptilesandresearch@gmail.com
Chris of Reptiles & Oddities discusses his extensive experience with reptiles in this episode, starting with his unfortunate experience at Rattlesnake roundups, then moving on to his more positive experiences with his personal species. Chris talks about the influence that these events brought to his personal reptile keeping, leading him to build his own DIY enclosures and focus on husbandry without a heavy financial burden. Chris discusses the building process of his DIY enclosures in great detail, allowing newer DIY builders to follow along and build their own. We also discuss his relationship with wildlife officials and law enforcement in his area, leading to details of his relocation jobs with various species of snake.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/228-reptiles-and-oddities/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Reptiles & Oddities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reptiles_and_oddities/
Reptiles & Oddities YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Reptiles_and_oddities/Reptiles & Oddities
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reptiles.and.oddi
00:00 Introducing Chris of Reptiles And Oddities
2:45 Upcoming: Zoo Med ReptiSun LED
3:04 Upcoming: The Bio Dude
3:40 Welcome Chris + Rattlesnake Roundups Experience
11:30 Influence of Reptiles on Chris
15:16 Species of Reptiles He Keeps
18:24 Building DIY Enclosures - Materials, Cost, Etc
25:12 Zoo Med ReptiSun LED
26:37 More Materials For Building DIY Enclosures
37:39 Chris’ Large Rack Systems
43:33 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
44:34 PVC Enclosures or DIY?
47:12 Chris’ Relationship With Wildlife Officials
1:00:00 Creating A Relationship With Law Enforcement
1:05:12 How Does Relocating Work?
1:08:34 Chris’ Future Plans in Education and Relocation Content
1:15:18 More About Chris’ Experience + Closing Thoughts
A groundbreaking new study has revealed that keeping snakes in rack systems may actually stunt their brain development. In this video, we dive into the data, explore the study’s methods, and discuss what it means for reptile care and welfare going forward.
Ralph Till of The Kleinmanni Assurance Project joins the podcast to discuss his new project alongside his team members, working to ensure a future for the Egyptian Tortoise through the establishment of thriving, genetically diverse populations in carefully managed assurance colonies. He discusses his experience with the tortoise species, the issue with them growing in popularity over the last couple of decades, as well as some information on their care standards. Ralph goes over the creation of the program, how it came to be, future goals, as well as a little insight on his experience in working with zoos and other organizations. This episode is not one to be missed if you’re interested in the conservation of wild species in captivity!
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/227-kap/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:The Kleinmanni Assurance Program: https://www.kleinmanniassuranceproject.com/
Our Previous Episode with Ralph: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThDnks4Emlc
00:00 Introducing Ralph Till
2:02 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements
2:38 Zoo Med ReptiSun LED
2:57 Welcome Ralph - His Experience With Reptiles
6:28 Care Standards + Sizes of Egyptian Tortoises
11:35 Ralph’s Spark in Keeping Egyptian Tortoises
13:47 Egyptian Tortoise Regulations and Conservation Status
21:55 Developing The Kleinmanni Assurance Program
22:27 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
23:28 Developing The Kleinmanni Assurance Program
34:02 The Purpose of the Program
39:43 ESA Regulations + Genetics
51:02 Reaching Out To Zoos for the Program
52:22 Stud Book for the Program
53:47 Conservation Goals in the Wild
56:46 Zoo Med ReptiSun LED
58:11 The Members of The Kleinmanni Assurance Program
1:05:58 Ways To Help + Learning The Business
1:11:42 Closing Thoughts
Mark Perpetua of Mark’s Perpetua’s Reptile Encounters discusses his experience in keeping crocodilians, what led him to keeping them, and the logistics of keeping them. He also briefly talks about the New York alligator seizing, discussing the regulations in the area and why it makes sense that the animal was taken from that keeper. Mark discusses how he keeps his crocodilians as well as outlines his advice for any prospective keepers, involving their diets and enclosures. He also goes over his book that he wrote, outlining the basics of crocodilian evolution, biology, natural history and conservation. If you’re at all interested in crocodilians, Mark Perpetua’s various ventures are definitely ones to follow. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/226-croc-chat/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Mark Perpetua’s Reptile Encounters Website: https://www.reptileprograms.com/Mark’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Mark-Perpetuas-Reptile-Encounters-100057236065549/Alligators and Crocodiles: In Nature and In Art: https://www.amazon.com/Alligators-Crocodiles-Nature-Mark-Perpetua/dp/B0DJC43BNBMark’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@reptileencounters25Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode:Mark’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@reptileencounters25Mark’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Mark-Perpetuas-Reptile-Encounters-100057236065549/00:00 Introducing Mark Perpetua1:30 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiSun1:49 Welcome Mark - Background and Education in Reptiles6:36 The Crocodilians He Keeps and What Led Him To Keeping11:00 Logistics of Keeping Crocodiles + Regulations19:45 The Story of The Pet Alligator Seize25:18 Mark’s Alligators As Laws Changed31:39 Animals at Home Patreon32:00 Stunted Alligators + Sizes of Morelet’s Crocodile34:24 Advice for Future Crocodile Keepers + Feeding Crocodilians 39:06 Alligators and Crocodiles: In Nature and In Art44:04 Mark’s YouTube Channel47:53 Zoo Med ReptiSun49:19 Mark’s YouTube Channel52:37 Reptile Encounters Presentations58:34 Mark’s Relationships with Crocodiles + Intelligence Levels1:01:05 Mark’s Future Projects - Crocodilian Conservation1:04:11 Closing Thoughts + Meeting Tiki
Zach Porritt of @a.life.exotic discusses his large, tropical greenhouse that houses multiple animal species cohabitating in a beautifully constructed environment. He dives into all of the details of the building process of the greenhouse, the climate he deals with, temperature management and ventilation, as well as the overall investment of the greenhouse. Zach also goes over all of the species that he keeps in the greenhouse and the logistics of keeping them all together in the same space. This episode is an incredibly in depth description of such a well thought out structure, filled with information on how this can be replicated and how he has made this project a huge success. Zach also discusses his recent trip to Suriname, a vast country filled with tropical rainforest and various interesting animal species.
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/225-a-life-exotic/#225 #animalsathomepodcastJOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR: https://zoomed.com/LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:https://www.youtube.com/alifeexotichttps://www.instagram.com/a.life.exotic/Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode:https://www.youtube.com/alifeexotichttps://www.instagram.com/a.life.exotic/00:00 Introducing Zach Porritt
1:25 Zoo Med Reptisun LED
1:45 Welcome Zach - What Sparked This Idea?
6:14 The Building Process of The Greenhouse
8:50 The Climate Zach Deals With + Temp Management
17:13 Humidity Management
19:36 Ventilation in The Greenhouse
21:10 Lighting Used
23:07 The View of The Greenhouse
24:40 The Investment
26:09 Replication on a Smaller Scale?27:29 What Climate Is He Replicating?
29:27 Creating The Pond + Soil
31:54 Can Species Escape?
32:49 Species in Greenhouse
34:07 ZooMed Reptisun LED + UVB
35:32 Dart Frogs and Microfauna in Greenhouse
42:12 Tropical Plant Species + Pests
50:30 Monthly Maintenance Costs
52:17 Animals Added To Ecosystem
59:00 Cohabitation in The Greenhouse
1:06:18 Tree Frog Noise
1:07:31 Thoughts About Birds?
1:10:17 Addition of Puffing Snakes
1:10:37 Patreon Animals At Home
1:10:58 Addition of Puffing Snakes
1:18:00 Logistics to Keeping the Snake
1:22:30 Zach’s Trip to Suriname
1:32:44 Closing Thoughts
Myke Clarkson, a television producer, reptile conservationist, and wildlife enthusiast discusses his experiences in his television producing career from the start to now. He talks about the story of a snake bite that turned into a TV show, his experience in producing animal-related shows down the line, including his National Geographic show, Dead By Dawn. Myke also discusses the sensationalism that can occur in the media and how he has managed to steer clear of that when it comes to animals-related media. He also shares details of his passion for aquatic snake keeping, from the ins and outs of keeping them, husbandry, snake fungal disease, and more. He talks about what snakes he would recommend for people wanting to get into aquatic snakes, plant recommendations, feeder fish species, and cleaning waste.
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/224-myke-clarkson/#224 #animalsathomepodcastJOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR: https://www.thebiodude.com/LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Myke’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/mykeclarkson/
Myke’s FB: https://www.facebook.com/myke.clarkson/
Myke’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myke.clarkson
HCI Website: herpconservation.com
IHS Website: iherpsymp.org00:00 Introducing Myke Clarkson
2:42 The Bio Dude Substrates
3:17 Welcome Myke - His Show on HerpNation + Aquatic Snakes
8:01 The Story of The Bite + TV Shows
13:06 The Beginning of Myke’s Producer Career to Now
21:00 The Animal Related Shows He’s Produced
26:36 The Walking Dead Inspired Nature Doc
31:02 Sensationalism In Media
36:39 Aquatic Snake Keeping
37:01 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
38:01 Aquatic Snake Keeping
46:46 Freshwater Adaptations Goals + Fungal Disease
49:49 Reptile Keeping’s Connection to Conservation
50:57 Disposing of Water Positive of SFD
53:25 Semi vs Fully Aquatic Snakes + Recommended Snakes
1:00:50 Need For Stability in Aquatic Snakes
1:04:55 Setting Up An Aquatic Tank, Plants, and Cleaning Crew
1:13:03 Feeder Fish Species
1:19:57 Waste Clean Up
1:21:06 Non-Profits + Aquatic Snake Book
1:32:30 Closing Thoughts
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Victoria Teague of PassionateSnakes discusses her experience with various species of snakes, primarily in the colubrid variety when it comes to her specific enclosure design to help snakes feel more comfortable out in the open. Victoria talks about her Mandarin Rate Snake as the motivator for creating an enclosure that she would see the snake more often in, discussing the need for shelving and hiding spaces built within the enclosure. She also briefly discusses her recent health journey, talking about how her recent focus on herself has created more motivation and happiness in keeping her reptile species more effectively. Victoria shares details of her future projects, non-bioactive enclosures, enclosure design advice, and her experience on a husbandry Facebook group as well.SHOW NOTES:https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/223-victoria-teague/JOIN US ON PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome
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00:00 Introducing Victoria Teague of Passionate Snakes
2:32 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements
3:07 Welcome Victoria + Beginnings in Reptile Keeping
8:04 Victoria’s Boa + The Enclosure
10:14 Colubrids and Boas
13:44 Mandarin Rat Snakes + Behaviors of Snake Species
17:20 Victoria’s Health Journey + That Connection to Animal Keeping
23:55 Choosing Snake Species + Keeping the Interest
30:02 Designing Enclosures for Behaviors
32:53 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub
33:54 Non-Bioactive Enclosures with Plants
36:24 Shelving Spaces in Snake Enclosures
44:18 Feeding Snakes + Any Issues with Feeding
45:57 Cleaning Challenges with Non-Bioactives
50:42 Enclosure Setups: Heating + Lighting + More
54:47 Tips for Victoria’s Enclosure Replication
55:57 Future Species + Upcoming Projects
58:16 Advancing Herpetological Husbandry Facebook Group
1:00:30 Closing Thoughts
Nathan Carlos Rupley discusses his experience with reptile and invertebrate keeping alongside his passion for nature in the real world; talking about his feelings behind connecting with nature and rewildling, and how that connects with the reptile keeping hobby. He shares details of his upbringing in Africa, then moving on to adapting to life in the United States, primarily discussing his viewpoints on rewildling rather than becoming reliant on the consumer oriented world. Nathan also continues to discuss various aspects of recognizing plants, using plants for medicine, and the toxicity of some plants that we could potentially use in reptile keeping or in our daily lives. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/222-nathan-rupley/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeSPONSOR: https://www.thebiodude.com/LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:https://www.instagram.com/nathan_carlos_rupley/Nathan’s YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/nathanrupleyVideo Clips and Photos Used in Episode:https://www.instagram.com/nathan_carlos_rupley/00:00 Introducing Nathan Rupley2:11 The Bio Dude Substrates + Dietary Supplements2:47 Welcome Nathan + His Connection with Nature6:08 Foundations in Africa, Adapting to Life in the U.S, and Getting Back Into The Hobby13:13 Species Currently Keeping14:12 Rewildling - Reversing Domestication, Hunting, Foraging + Gathering26:49 How Has Rewilding Changed Your Reptile Keeping Perspective?34:06 The Bio Dude Terra Fauna Substrate + Bug Grub35:07 Recognizing + Connecting with Nature42:37 Uromastyx Diets + Facebook Groups + Toxicity of Plants1:00:42 Uromastyx Diets + Plant Medicine1:18:37 The Importance of Research + Conservation1:22:03 Closing Thoughts
Logan Hope of ThatBeardedBugGuy discusses his very popular Mourning gecko room in his home, housing over a hundred geckos, as well as some opinions about keeping tiny reptiles in such large enclosures. He also discusses in depth his Vietnamese Blue Beauty snakes, their enclosure setups, lighting, diets, and their very intelligent behaviors. Logan also talks about how he first got started in the exotic pet keeping world with bugs and tarantulas, leading him to share details of their enclosures, why he keeps them, and the fear surrounding spiders. We also talk about the story of his alligator that he recently nursed back to health and is continuing to rehabilitate at home. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/221-bearded-bug-guy/ JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathome SPONSOR: https://www.thebiodude.com/ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Logan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatbeardedbugguy/Logan’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatbeardedbugguy Video Clips and Photos Used in Episode: Provided by Logan Hope 00:00 Introducing Logan Hope - The Bearded Bug Guy
2:39 The Bio Dude
3:14 Welcome Logan + The Mourning Gecko Room + Blue Beauty
11:20 Struggles with Large Enclosures for Tiny Animals
15:24 Feeding The Mourning Geckos
18:45 Logan’s Animal Room + Vietnamese Blue Beauty
28:29 Noticing The Intelligence of Reptiles + The Connection
30:04 Vietnamese Blue Beauty Enclosures + Flying Gecko
41:49 Logan’s Tarantulas + Setups
42:45 The Bio Dude Terra Fauna + Bug Grub
43:46 Logan’s Tarantulas + Setups
59:12 Fear Surrounding Tarantulas + Breeding Baby Tarantulas
1:05:46 Logan’s Alligator + Her Story
1:20:30 Logan Starting a YouTube Channel?
1:26:15 Logan at Expos + Closing Thoughts
Snakes will be domesticated, heres how! Brian Reeder breaks down the processes of domestication and how you can see it in action right now with pet snakes! Credit for snake in the thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/selectivescales Find Brian Reeders Day Lilies: https://www.facebook.com/SunDragonDaylilies JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ReptilesandResearch PRODUCTS TO USE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/reptilesandresearch EMAIL► reptilesandresearch@gmail.com
