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Herpetoculture is the keeping of live reptiles and amphibians in captivity, whether as a hobby or as a commercial breeding operation. "Herps" is an informal term for both reptiles and amphibians, shortened from the scientific umbrella term “herptiles”. [ 1 ]
Held every year since 1958, the event currently attracts approximately 30,000 visitors per year and in 2006 each annual round-up was said to result in the capture of 1% of the state's rattlesnake population. [84] Rattlesnake round-ups became a concern by animal welfare groups and conservationists due to claims of animal cruelty.
Rattlesnakes receive their name from the rattle located at the end of their tails, which makes a loud rattling noise when vibrated that deters predators. [2] Rattlesnakes are the leading contributor to snakebite injuries in North America, but rarely bite unless provoked or threatened; if treated promptly, the bites are seldom fatal.
Aug. 18—Q: I need information on humane rattlesnake-proofing techniques for dogs. It seems to me that keeping your dog on leash would be a better solution, so I don't need it for myself. In ...
Here's what to do if a rattlesnake rattles at you, according to a recent story from the Arizona Republic. Stop and stay calm: If you hear the distinct rattle of a rattlesnake, stop immediately ...
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A representative for the DEC previously stated that the agency began investigating Longo’s ownership of the animals after “multiple reports from the public about the potentially unsafe housing ...
The anthropologist Lynne Isbell has argued that, as primates, the serpent as a symbol of death is built into our unconscious minds because of our evolutionary history.. Isbell argues that for millions of years snakes were the only significant predators of primates, and that this explains why fear of snakes is one of the most common phobias worldwide and why the symbol of the serpent is so ...