Author: Site Staff

Cooter Turtle Maintenance Chart
Bonus content from the October 2010 REPTILES magazine article "The Cooters." [...]

Breeder’s Choice – Jaguar Carpet Python
Granite Jaguar Carpet Python (Morelia Spilota Variegata) [...]

Breeder’s Choice – Helmeted gecko
Helmeted gecko (Geckonia chazaliae) [...]

California Bill May Stop Declawing And Devocalization Requirements
California bill may stop landlords from requiring declawing or devocalization of animals. [...]

New Frog And Lizard Discovered
Researchers find new lizard, and frog with Pinocchio-like nose, in New Guinea. [...]

Gulf Of Mexico Oil Spill’s Impact On Wildlife
The impact the Gulf of Mexico oil spill will have on wildlife is still unknown. [...]
U.K. Vets Said Exotic Pets Are Top Priority
U.K. vet forum said that exotic pets are a top priority. [...]
Repticon Has Purchased The Florida International Reptile Expo
Show giant Repticon has purchased The Florida International Reptile Expo (FIRE). [...]
Louisiana House Bill 1354 Now with Senate
Louisiana H.B. 1354 covers regulations for constrictors, "poisonous" snakes. [...]

UVB Radiation Not Causing Decline Of Amphibians
New research shows that UVB radiation is not causing the decline of amphibians. [...]

BP To Face Lawsuit Over Oil Spill’s Effect On Wildlife
Two environmental groups will file a lawsuit against BP for its role in the oil spill that has endangered Gulf Coast wildlife. [...]
Changes To CITES Appendices
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service announced changes to the CITES Appendices. [...]
Florida Senate Bill 318 Tightens Reptile Regulations
Florida Senate Bill 318 effectively bans the keeping of reptiles of concern. [...]
Florida Eyes Rule Changes For Conditional, Prohibited Nonnative Species
Florida considers rule changes for conditional, prohibited nonnative species. Deadline to comment is June 11. [...]

Zoo Med Promotes Quinn To Director Of Education
Zoo Med has promoted Andrew Quinn to the position of director of education. [...]

Desert Tortoise: Most Unusual Insurance Claim
A desert tortoise had the most unusual insurance claim in May at Veterinary Pet Insurance. [...]
Comment Period For Snake Ban Extended
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service has extended the comment period for the proposed constrictor snake ban. [...]

BP And U.S. Coast Guard: Sea Turtle Rescue
BP and the U.S. Coast Guard will have a sea turtle rescuer on each of their oil-burning teams. [...]

Reptile Super Show And L.A. Pet Fair
Reptile Super Show will be a part of a new all-pet expo, the L.A. Pet Fair. [...]

Turtlekeeper Wins Suit Against Federal Wildlife Authorities
A turtlekeeper was awarded damages in his suit against federal wildlife authorities. [...]

Annual Pet Poetry Contest
Pet industry trade association launches third annual pet poetry contest for kids. [...]

Gulf Aide Project To Host Fundraising Event
The Gulf Aide Project is hosting a fundraising event to help reptiles and amphibians affected by the BP oil disaster. [...]

Frog Population Estimates May Be Inaccurate
A new study shows that frog population estimates may be inaccurate. [...]

REPTILES Vet Columnist Douglas Mader Honored
REPTILES vet columnist Dr. Douglas Mader honored by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service for conservation efforts. [...]