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Each weekly episode features informative and educational content for hobbyists, naturalists, ecologists, pet enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates frogs, toads and salamanders.
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- 3 weeks ago1h 35m
Episode 218 Defining Large Colombian Oophaga with Chris Buttermore
The genus Oophga is unique and complex. Central American species (O. pumilio for example ) are fairly well known to researchers. However, knowledge of the larger Colombian obligates such as Lehmanni, is limited. In this episode I sit down with Chris Buttermore and we discuss his recent publication: "The Former Lehmanni–Histrionica Species Complex: A Review of the Evolution, Natural History, and Conservation of the Large Colombian Oophaga (Family: Dendrobatidae)" Chris' full review of the lite...
- May 22, 20261h 40m
Episode 217. Colombia Round Table with Julio Rodriguez and Braxton Griffith
In this episode I am joined by Julio Rodriguez and Braxton Griffith. We discuss their observations of wild dart frogs during a recent trip to Colombia, the logistics of navigating the different wild habitats, finding frogs in fragmented forest patches, and staying hydrated in the field. We go on to discuss common sense frog room safety topics, dealing with stressed frogs, and much more. This episode is sponsored by Gray Ghost Creations https://www.etsy.com/shop/GrayGhostCreations ...
- Jan 30, 20261h 26m
Episode 216. Tracking the Data - 20 years of Amphibian Trade with Sam Sucre and Devin Edmonds
In order to become better stewards of the natural world, it's vital that we understand how important data from the amphibian hobby can be. As amphibian keepers, we can play an important role in conservation and resource management. By interpreting and understanding trade patterns, we can engage stakeholders and policy makers and make decisions based in science and facts. This week I am joined by Sam Sucre and Devin Edmonds and we discuss their new paper, "Tracking the hidden trade of non-nati...
- Jan 16, 20261h 12m
Episode 215. Zoo Grade Hardscapes with Stuart Dunne of Universal Rocks
Have you ever been to a zoo or aquarium and marveled at the artfully crafted rocks and water features in the enclosures? Chances are, you may have seen the work of Stuart Dunne. Stuart is the founder of Universal Rocks and in this episode we discuss his beginnings as a landscaper in Australia, his move the the USA, and how he builds ornate (and often massive) rock walls and water features for zoos, aquariums and, private homes. (Notably, Stuart designed and built the Legasea Aquarium and Zoo ...
- Dec 19, 20252h 5m
Episode 214. 5th Annual Yuletide show with Mike Tytula
It’s that time of year again. Join me and Mike Tytula for a fireside chat about responsibly managing a large herp collection, in situ observations from his trip to Costa Rica, upcoming projects for 2026, and much more. Broaden your knowledge of herpetology online or in person at the Amphibian Foundation. Register now at www.amphibianfoundation.org and use code AMPHIBICAST at checkout for 10% off This episode is sponsored by Gray Ghost Creations https://www.etsy.com/shop/GrayGhostCreatio...
- Dec 5, 20251h 38m
Episode 213. Frogs in the Medieval World with Greti Dinkova-Bruun
We've all heard the tales of witches using "eye of newt" in their potions, but did you know that amphibians (frogs in particular) were actually a common ingredient in medieval curatives? Medieval medicine was in fact rife with recipes that used frogs (in part or whole) as cures, charms, and treatments for a long list of ailments. And, in addition to their medical usage, frogs were also used as characters in medieval fables that depicted them as everything from heroes to villains To help...
- Nov 20, 20251h 38m
Episode 212. Photography and Frogs in the Wild with Jack Small
This week I’m joined by Jack Small. Jack had traveled quite extensively and he has countless hours in the field observing and photographing dart frogs and other wildlife. In this episode, we discuss Jack’s field expeditions, wildlife photography techniques and equipment, and guiding groups through the rainforest. We also talk about yellow fever and the effects of other tropical diseases Broaden your knowledge of herpetology online or in person at the Amphibian Foundation. Register now...
- Nov 7, 20251h 14m
Episode. 211. Frog Talk with Jodi Rowley
This week I'm joined by Jodi Rowley. Jodi is a leading amphibian expert with over 100 publications to her name, years of field research in South East Asia and Australia, and she has identified and described several new frog species. In this episode, we discuss Jodi's career researching frogs, we compare amphibian disease dynamics in different corners of the globe, never before seen frog species, and the importance of citizen science through Frog ID * One of the species we discuss is - r...
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