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45 | “Swamp Rattlesnakes”:  Conserving the Eastern Massasauga in Ohio

45 | “Swamp Rattlesnakes”: Conserving the Eastern Massasauga in Ohio

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45 | “Swamp Rattlesnakes”: Conserving the Eastern Massasauga in Ohio

FromSnake Talk

ratings:
Length:
89 minutes
Released:
Feb 11, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Greg Lipps and Brett Rodstrom to talk about an innovative partnership to conserve a federally listed rattlesnake.  The conversation begins with some of the important aspects of massasauga ecology and natural history relative to their conservation.  Learn about a multiple agency and organization partnership that has developed to find and conserve the remaining massasauga populations in Ohio.  The cornerstone of the partnership is land conservation - land protection, and habitat restoration and management.  The future is bright for these ‘swamp rattlesnakes’ in Ohio thanks to this partnership.Learn more about the Western Reserve Land Conservancy and the Ohio Biodiversity Conservation Partnership.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.
Released:
Feb 11, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Faced with a world that instinctually persecutes snakes, Dr. Jenkins talks with the foremost experts on snake biology and conservation. The discussions range widely including topics such as snake ecology, snakebites, and captive breeding. All of the conversations have the same goal, to help the listener increase their knowledge and leave behind any irrational fears of snakes.