Author: Eric Syverson

Yangtze Disappointment
The second attempt to breed Yangtze giant soft-shell turtles ends in failure. [...]

New Caledonian Giant Gecko Parthenogenesis?
Hobbyists say they might have stumbled upon parthenogenesis in Rhacodactylus leachianus. [...]

New Caledonian Giant Gecko Parthenogenesis Update
Hobbyist says an example of parthenogenesis in Rhacodactylus leachianus hatched in July. [...]

Python Bill Hearing Recap
Second hearing on H.R. 2811 focused on a risk-assessment report. [...]

Legislators To Hear Bill Targeting Python Trade
A hearing on H.R. 2811 is scheduled for Nov. 6. [...]

Reptile Awareness Day 2009
What is Reptile Awareness Day, and what are people doing for it? [...]

Roundups Affecting Rattlesnake Populations
A study suggests rattlesnake roundups are negatively impacting populations of eastern diamondback rattlesnakes. [...]

NARBC Chicago Auction 2009
The North American Reptile Breeders Conference raised $17,955 for reptile rights and conservation. [...]

Reptiles Of Concern Regulations Reviewed
The Florida statute remains unchanged for now. [...]

H.A.P.P.Y. Act Update
Sponsor of pet-expenses tax deduction bill seeks support. [...]

Wisconsin Vet Named Exotic DVM Of The Year
Dr. Paul Gibbons received the 2009 Exotic DVM of the Year award. [...]

Herp Make-A-Wish
Herp community helps Make a Wish come true. [...]

Notice Of Inquiry Letters
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service gets an earful. [...]

New California Pet Store Standards
The Pet Store Animal Care Act sets requirements covering everything from caging to animal handling to enrichment in every pet store selling live compa [...]
New Bacteria Strain Causes Lizard Dermatitis
Belgium researchers have identified a new bacteria strain that causes dermatitis in desert lizards. [...]

Fires Affect Southern California Reptile Breeders
Southern California fires affect reptile breeders. [...]
Alcohol And Snake Bites
Boozing can lead to snake bites. [...]

Snake X-Ray Wins Contest
Burmese python X-ray wins Veterinary Practice News’ third annual X-ray contest. [...]
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