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74 | Snake Research at the Jones Ecological Research Center

74 | Snake Research at the Jones Ecological Research Center

FromSnake Talk


74 | Snake Research at the Jones Ecological Research Center

FromSnake Talk

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Length:
65 minutes
Released:
Mar 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Dr. Lora Smith to talk about her research program at the Jones Ecological Research Center. They start by discussing her interest in tortoises and her adventures studying one of the most endangered turtles in the world in Madagascar. They then talk about Ichauway and the Jones Center which was created by Mr. Woodruff, former CEO of Coca-Cola. Lora’s research includes long-term monitoring of upland species and many focal animal studies. They discuss research projects on species such as Eastern Diamond-backed Rattlesnakes, Florida Pine Snakes, and Timber Rattlesnakes.Connect with Lora at The Jones Center at Ichauway.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.
Released:
Mar 24, 2023
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.