Whit Gibbons, Herpetologist and Author
SOMETIMES PEOPLE ASK UNUSUAL QUESTIONS ABOUT SNAKES I have answered questions about snakes for decades. During the last two, with the advent of camera phones, I enjoy being able to identify snakes people encounter. Equally enjoyable is educating folks about … Continued
ARE COATIMUNDIS MOVING NORTH? Q. I have heard that some kinds of wild animals in North America are moving north out of their native range because of global warming. Are there examples of animals traveling northward? A. Quick answer: yes, armadillos … Continued
WHAT ARE THOSE METAL CONES BELOW DUCK BOXES? Q. What kind of ducks lay eggs in the boxes I see on trees and poles around lakes and reservoirs? And what is the purpose of the large silver-colored cones installed between … Continued
HOW HIGH CAN AN ALLIGATOR JUMP? Some animals keep the human spirit alive by spurring our curiosity. The American alligator is a superstar in this role, as shown by these questions I have received. Q. We have moved to a community … Continued