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NEWSLETTER OF THE

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DECEMBER, 1990

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PROGRAM: Aquatic Salamanders SPEAKER: Steve Roman

Steve Roman has worked with a variety of herps for many years. His special interest is with newts and salamanders from all over the world. His talk will include a discussion of the captive husbandry of a variety of newts and salamanders. He will also cover the common medical problems encountered when keeping these animals. This program will be illustrated by slides of many newts and salamanders, some rarely seen.

CRITTER OF THE MONTH: Amphibians with tails

Upcoming Programs

February: The Great YVhite Snake Sale March: MHS Elections and The Remarkable Reptiles -Jim Gerholdt

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February 16 - 18 Northern California Herpetological Society's Fifth Conference on Captive Propagation and Husbandry, Davis, CA. Contact Rick Staub (707) 553-9739 or Gerald Merker (916) 644-6253.

April 13, 1991 14th Annual All-Florida Herpetological Conference, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. Contact David Auth (904) 392-1721.

June 20 - 23, 1991 International Herpetological Symposium, Seattle, Washington. Contact Richard A. Ross, Institute for Herpetological Research, P.O. Box 2227, Stanford, CA 94305 (415) 941-4595 (9AM - 5PM, Paci1ic time)

The purpose of the Minnesota Herpetological Society is: to further the education of the membership and the general public in care and captive propagation of reptiles and amphi­bians; to educate the membership and the general public in the ecological role of reptiles and amphibians; and to promote the study and Conservation of reptiles and amphibians.

MHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER NEWSLETTER EDITOR MEMBER-AT-LARGE MEMBER-AT-LARGE MEMBER-AT-LARGE MEMBER-AT-LARGE IMMEDIATE PAST PRES.

John Moriarty John Meltzer Dennis Daly Marilyn Brooks . Jo Anne Wetherell-Moriarty Fred Bosman Fred Bozvay Bruce Delles Vence Jimerson AnnPorwoll

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Board Meeting

There was no board meeting in December due to the MHS Holiday Banquet.

Highlights of Last Month's Program

At the December meeting, Eric Thiss presented a program entitled" Herps From the Wholesaler's Perspective fl. Eric has been working in the herp wholesale business for several years. He began by reviewing the various laws that herp wholesalers must be familiar with in order to carty out business. These include the CITES treaty, the Lacey act, and laws of each state to which sales are made. He then gave the positive and negative aspects of buying herps from a wholesaler, rather than your local pet store. Positive reasons include price (wholesaler's buy in quantity and therefore can offer lower prices) and diversity (a larger variety is available than will be from local sellers). Negative reasons include additional charges for packing and freight, inability to see animals to access condition and verify sex, and inability to review feeding records before buying.

Next, a number of recommendations for buying from a wholesaler were given. 1. Know what you're buying. Research the animal and ask questions of the seller. The more you know about the animal, the more more specific you can make the questions. Learn about the temperament of species as well as variations in size and color. This will help you to know what to expect when the animal arrives. Fifty percent of dissatisfied customers are those that made uninfonned purchases. 2. Familiarity with the seasonal availability of a species will assist you in making purchases at a time of year when prices are lower. Know when certain animals are hibernating or active and when babies are born. 3. Avoid scams and frauds. Before buying from an unknown dealer, ask others about their experiences with the dealer. If the dealer provides references, check them. Avoid dealers who use a P.O. box for their address. Use a credit card to pay. These things provide consumer protection. 4. Request that the dealer send a detailed receipt including size and sex ratios. 5. Check the order carefully when it arrives. Contact the dealer immediately if there is a problem.

Eric also described some of the problems that d~alers encounter in business. He said that good overseas contacts are difficult to get. A good shipper can easily and quickly sell animals. Bad shippers always have animals for sale. Only a few countries remain that are "wide open" for export of animals. Usually this leads to exploitation which causes export to be shut down. Some open countries put a pennit system in place. A quota will be placed on the number of animals that can be sent to a specific country. Shippers ''blackmail'' dealers. They will send the desired species only if the dealer will also buy an undesired species. Eric concluded by showing slides which gave example of the diversity that can be found when a dealer buys a large quantity of animals of the same species. (photos courtesy of Dick Bartlett)

Critter of the Month

Critter for December was herps not native to the United Snakes. It was great to see that MHS members are not responsible for the extirpation of species from other countries. Only three members brought in non-native herps. These were a Savannah Monitor by Chase Delles, a Common Boa Constrictor by Drew Newman, and a Taiwanese Air Snake (better known as an inflatable plastic snake) by Sarah Srand.

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Refreshments

Refreshments at last mon1h's meeting were cupcakes provided by Gloria Anton in celebration of Kris Anton's birthday and cookies provided by Michelle Stillinger. Thanks to all of you for your con1ributions. The group enjoyed a wonderful sugar high.

Mary Ann Waldorf is the refreshment chairperson. If you would like to provide refreshments for a meeting be sure to notify Mary Ann in advance. Please see her at 1he meeting or give her a call at (612) 699-0475.

MHS Holiday Banquet

The Holiday banquet was held on Saturday, December 8 at 1he St Paul Campus Student Center, Terrace Cafe, of the University of Minnesota. Approximately sixty people attended. A social hour was held from 6: 30 .. 7: 30 PM with wine, beer, soft drinks, and appetizers. A potluck dinner was then shared. A great deal of scrumptious foods were on hand. A program presented by Eric Thiss followed dinner. The program was a slide presentation on some of the unusual animals he has encountered in the years he has worked with herps, particularly in the last few as a herp wholesaler. There were a lot of interesting and well-taken slides (courtesy of photographer Dick Bartlett). No doubt everyone will agree that this was another successful event Special thanks are due to chairperson, Marilyn Brooks and her assistants, Greg Kvanbek, Joe Matzke, Bruce and Nancy Haig, Connie Delles, and Randy Blasus.

Help a Hapless Herp

Herps getting new homes in December included a small Red-earred Slider taken in by Bethann Lord and two female Malaysian Box Turtle that went to Becky Shaine. Seven Northern Leopard Frogs remained homeless.

Raffle Results

The raffle at the December meeting raised $67.50. The winners and the prizes were: Art Georgalas .. Croc Christmas tree ornament, Marilyn Brooks .. children's reptile and amphibian coloring book, Andrew GeorgaIas .. a book (Turtles and Terrapins: A Complete introduction) , Jim Adams .. 1/ Be kind to snakes bumper sticker'l , Eric Thiss .. lizard birthday card, Cliff Lindberg, Ruth Meltzer, Bill Sander, and Becky Helgeson .. sets of "Tropical Fish Hobbyist If magazines, and Lynn DeVries, Cliff Lindberg, Dennis Daly, Kris Anton, Marilyn Brooks, Zachary Strand, Bethann Lord, Michelle Stillinger, John Meltzer, Todd Cherveny, Andrew Georgalas, and Blair Sander -Chameleon calendar posters.

Thanks to all who purchased tickets and donated prizes. If you would like to contribute a prize to the raffle, bring it along to the monthly meeting.

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1990 Photo Contest Results

This year there were a small number of entries in the photo contest. In the reptiles category the winner was Dennis Daly for a photo of a viper. This photo was also voted winner of the People's Choice award. In the category Minnesota herps of the winner was Dan Keylor for a photo of two children with herps. There were not enough entries to have an amphibian category. Winners were presented ribbons.

Although the winning photos were quite nice, there will probably be no photo contest next year due to the dwindling participation by members.

Are You Interested in Running for an Office in MUS?

Elections will be held at the MHS annual meeting in March. This may seem like a long way off but ifs time for members to start thinking about running for an office. Candidates are needed for aU board positions. These include President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Corresponding Secretaty, Membership Secretary, Newsletter Editor, and Member-at-Large.

To find out more about the responsibilities of each position, talk to the member currently holding that position. Anyone interested in r-unning for an office or nominating someone else should contact the Nominating Committee Chairperson, Bruce Haig, at a meeting or call him at (612) 789-4637.

Captive Management and Conservation Symposium at SSAR

The meeting of the Society for the Study of Reptiles and Amphibians is scheduled for August 6 .. 10, 1991 in State College, PA. This year, as a tribute to Dr. Roger Conant, a special symposium will be held. For anyone who does not recognize the name, Dr. Conant is the author of the Peterson Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Eastern United States (along with many other publications). Conant has influenced many herpetologists, both amateur and professional. The symposium will include 45 leading international herpetological authorities. Watch for more infonnation in upcoming newsletters and in Herpetological Review (found in the MHS library).

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Herping Here and There

Toad Tidbits ..... A study done at USC found that Fire-bellied Toads have a learning rate close to that of most rodents. They can collect and use information on their surroundings that are needed for survival instead of relying on instinct. (Newsletter of the Pacific Northwest Herp Society, October, 1990) ..... Australia has received an order from the Shanghi Industry Foundation of China for 4 ounces of dried Cane Toad venom. They wish to assess the venom for medicinal properties. (Newsletter of Wisconsin Herpetological Society, October, 1990) ..... Two Toronto fashion designers recently designed a harness for the curator of amphibians and reptiles at the Toronto Zoo. The harness was to be used to carry a transmitter for a Puerto Rican Crested Toad. These toads are very secretive and were once thought to be extinct. A captive breeding and release program is being conducted by the Puerto Rican Department of Natural Resources, with zoos in Toronto and Buffalo. The harnesses (for twelve toads) were black and made from the same material as girdles. The designers next project is reportedly for salamanders! (International Wildlife, January - February, 1991, p. 29)

Viper Venom Benefits..... Stroke patients at the St. Louis University Medical Center are being treated with a substance extracted from the venom of the Malaysian Pit Viper. The experimental drug named Arvin lowers fibrinogen levels which are involved in clotting and improves blood flow to the brain. (American Health, October, 1990, P. 16)

New Societies ... .. Central Kentucky Herpetological Society: for individuals of all herp-related interests. Address: 3564 Rockyhill Terrace, Lexington, KY 40517 ..... Venomous Snake Society: study, conservation, captive propagation, and understanding of venomous reptiles. VSS does not endorse the keeping of venomous reptiles by untrained or inexperienced individuals. Address: P.O. Box 691454, Los Angeles, CA 90069. Special membership rates now only $1 O./year ..... The Endangered Turtle Protection Foundation of the Americas: for individuals deeply concerned with the depletion of turtles in the Americas due to over-collection by the pet trade, habitat destruction, and other factors. Address: P.O. Box 4617, Greenville, DE 19807 ..... Varanix: to advance the captive care of monitor lizards. Address: Greg Naclerio, 8726D Sepulveda Blvd. #243, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Correction .... . Last month it was mentioned that Nestle Co. published a rattlesnake recipe on the label for one of their products. It was actually a Hershey subsidiary. The product was Lone Star Pasta.

Infotmation for this column was provided by Randy Blasus, Gloria Anton and Jo Anne Wetherell.

Governor Carlson Names January 9th Environment Day

One of the items that newly elected Governor, Arne Carlson, plans to include in his inaugural celebration week is Environment Day, scheduled for Wednesday, January 9, 1991. It will include a breakfast of Minnesota-grown foods in Duluth (the breakfast will have a special focus on outdoor enthusiasts) a panel discussion in Rochester with several Minnesota business leaders to discuss issues concerning the environment as it relates to Minnesota business and industry, the Governor releasing a rehabilitated bald eagle, and special programs at the Minnesota 'h.>o all day long.

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Midwest Herp Conference by Glen Jacobsen

I submitted a response to the review of the Sixth Annual Midwest Herpetological Conference run in an earlier newsletter. It did not reach the newsletter editor in time for publication in the last newsletter. As it is now a bit out of date and/or context, I will summarize for the benefit of herp conferences to follow. 1. Make sure that there are speakers on a sufficient variety of topics so that there is something for everyone. 2. Make sure that the animal room is fitted to its task, i.e. large enough and wann enough. 3. If the hotel can't supply sufficient good food inexpensively, try moving it to another hall, for example the American Legion or V.F.W. They also serve good, cheap drinks. 4.) Open the auction to any and all, remember, the more bidders, the more money.

New Herp Publications Available

Several new books of herp interest were recently announced.

Reptiles and Amphibians in Captivity: Breeding, Longevity, and Inventory, 1990 Edition compiled by Frank L. Slavens and Kate Slavens. At 516 pages, this edition is the largest and most current report on the status of living reptiles and amphibians in captivity. Information for 385 public and private collections found throughout the world, includes a complete inventory listing providing location and sex of 55,298 specimens. Also included are longevity records, reproductive information for the previous season, and recent taxonomic name changes. Available for $30. softbound, $40. hardbound, plus $3. postage. Contact Frank Slavens, P.O. Box 30744, Seattle, WA 98103.

Two new books from the Society for the Study 'of Reptiles and Amphibians:

The Snakes or Iran by Mahmoud Latifi, 164 pages, 24 color plates, 2 maps, 25 figures including 8 photographs, clothbound. To be published March, 1991. Price: SSAR member pre­publication - $17, Non-member, institution, and post-publication to all others - $22.

Herpetorauna or Iraq, Kuwait, and the Arabian Gulf Region by Alan E. Leviton, Steven C. Anderson, Shennan A. Minton, and Kraig Adler, 175 pages, 16 color plates (90 individual photographs), many maps and text figures, clothbound. To be published June, 1991. Price: SSAR member pre-publication - $23, Non-member, institution, and post-publication to all others - $28.

Two new books from R&A Publishing limited, 3 Highfield Villas, Newlands Hill, Portishead, Avon, England BS20 9AU: .

Keeping and Breeding of Tortoises in Captivity by A.C. Highfield, ISBN 1 872688 01 2, 18 color pictures, over 40 black and white pictures. Price: 18.75 pounds sterling.

Colour Guide to the Snakes of Sri Lanka by Anselm de Silva, ISBN 1 872688 00 4, 69 color pictures, hardback only_ Pria; 20.75 pounds sterling.

Due out in early 1991: Colour Guide.to the Lizards of Sri Lanka

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Newsletter Volunteers, You're the Greatest!!

In many organizations, the Newsletter Editor covers all aspects of producing the newsletter. This includes everything from writing the copy, typing, layout, running the copies, assembling, and mailing. It's no wonder the editors bum out so fast. MHS is lucky. We have a great group of volunteers who perfonn many of these tasks. Thanks go to all of the contributors of copy and art, to John Moriarty for serving as courier to the printer, to Bruce Denes for entertaining us at the TCR Zoo once a month, and to Marilyn Brooks for organizing newsletter assembly. In addition, thanks to the assembly team which over the last few months has been comprised of: Gloria Anton, Fred and Liz Bosman, Sally Brewer, Marilyn Brooks, Todd Cherveny, Scott Cords, Bruce and Nancy Haig, Greg Kvanbek, Bethann Lord, John Moriarty, Bill Moss, Drew Newman, Ann POlWoll, the Rae Family, Bill Sander, Soren Sorenson, and Julia Weitzel.

Beginning in spring, I will be requesting additional volunteers to help with the newsletter production. Help is needed in writing and contributing to regular features such as Program Highlights, Upcoming Programs, Herping Here and There, Herp Forum, etc. Hopefully, several people will come fOlWard to donate an hour or two each month. If not, some of these features will be discontinued. As always we have a continual need for artwork and articles. I know there's a lot of talent and knowledge among our members so please take pen in hand and share it with your fellow MHS members. Contact Jo Anne Wetheren-Moriarty at a meeting if you have any questions. To help with newsletter assembly, sign up at a meeting or contact Marilyn Brooks at (612) 533-7723.

Get Ready for the MUS White Snake Sale

The February meeting will be devoted to the annual MHS white snake sale. This is a fund-raiser for MHS. Save your herp-related items to donate to the sale. Items that might be donated include: jewelry, books, cages, art, and any other herp-type item you might come up with. Now is a good time to clean out those attics, basements, and spare rooms. Don't forget to save your money and bring it with you to the sale. Money raised will go to cover MHS operating expenses and activities throughout the year.

MUS Writes Care Pamphlets for DNR Nongame Program

The Minnesota Herpetological Society was approached early in the year by the Nongame Wildlife Program to develop some basic care pamphlets for the general public. The original plan was to do one for reptiles and one for amphibians. Terry Schieber volunteered to coordinate and edit the pamphlets. Greg K vanbek volunteered to write the amphibian care and Cliff Lindberg volunteered to write the snake care. It was decided that turtle and snake care needed to be addressed separately so Teny wrote the turtle care pamphlet. MHS thanks them all for their efforts in writing the pamphlets.

The Nongame Program has distributed the pamphlets to its regional offices, parks and local nature centers. MHS will distribute the pamphlets at various hands-on displays and exhibits. A set of the pamphlets will be provided for each MHS membership. The amphibian care pamphlet by Greg . K vanbek is enclosed in this newsletter. The two other pamphlets will be in the next two newsletters.

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Member # 1 vi eicomes Member # 1000

At the November meeting, a special event was commemorated. Delvin Jones, MHS member number one welcomed Andy Nelson, a new MHS member. Andy became member number 1000 and was presented with an MHS Tenth Anniversary t-shirt. Delvin spoke briefly about the humble beginnings of MHS almost ten years ago. Never did he expect to see MHS blossom into such a large organization.

The Deadline is Neal' for SSAR Book Sale Orders

As mentioned at the last few meetings, the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles is running a special book sale for regional herp societies. The following are offered: 25% discount on all Contributions to Herpetology, Facsimile Reprints in Herpetology, Herpetological Circulars, and back issues of the Journal of Herpetology and Herpetological Review; 50 % discount on Catalogue of American Amphibians and Rep1iles (excluding binders). A single order will be placed with SSAR. Orders must be turned in to John Moriarty, no later than the next meeting. Make checks payable to MHS. For questions, see John Moriarty at the next meeting.

MUS New Members and Changes

Please add this infonnation to your MHS White Pages.

Gray Ash Molly Balwierz Bruce Gilman 17851 Vanadium St. Kenny School 4212 Nokomis Ave. S. Ramsey, MN 55303 5020 Harriet Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55406 (612) 753-2114 Minneapolis, MN 55419 (612) 729-7602

(612) 825-7241

Scott Huffman Cynthia Jones TnnMornard 2512 Silver Lane NE, Apt.· 206 2724 Zane Ave. N. 7686 Irish Ave. Court S. Minneapolis, MN 55421 Golden Valley, MN 55422 Cottage Grove, MN 55016 (612) 636-6031 (612) 874-1526 (612) 459-1750

Diane Nolte Randy Pavlak Amy Renwick 13405 York Ave. S. 839 E. Jessamine 1697 N. fry st. Burnsville, MN 55337 st. Paul, MN 55106 Falcon Hts., MN 55113 (612) 894-5827 (612) 774-2359 (612) 647-1570

Lois Ristow GaryD. Sherman Erik Swanson P.O. Box 21 910 7th Ave. N. 986 Euclid st. Altoona, WI 54720 Fargo, NO 58102 st. Paul, MN 55106 (715) 839-7107 (701) 232-3425 (612) 731-0414

Jay Swenson Kenny School 5020 Harriet Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55419

'(612) 825-7241

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Congratulation Chicago Herp Society on Your 25th

February 23, 1991 marks the 25th Anniversary of the Chicago Herpetological Society. CHS is offering a gift to all those who are members on that date. It will be a four-color poster depicting a Massasauga, a Painted Turtle, a Spotted Salamander, and a Leopard Frog. CHS is encouraging people to join now. Among the many benet11s are a 12-month subscription to the CHS Bulletin and discount book sales.

Membership rates are: individuals - $17.50, families - $20.00, sustaining - $25.00, and contributing - $100.00. Send your check along with your name, complete address, and telephone number to: Chicago Herpetological Society, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, ILL 60614. Allow 3 -4 weeks for processing. Remember, your membership must have been processed by February 23 to receive the poster.

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1.0.0 = male; 0.1.0 = female; 0.0.1 = unknown

FOR SALE: 0.1.0 LampropeJtis zonata, California Mountain Kingsnake, 1.5 ft. long, $70. Call (612) 796-2816 after 6 PM.

FOR SALE: Commercially-raised, fresh-frozen rodents. Rats: large- $1.90 each, $22.20/12, $90./50; pups - $10./12, $40./50; Pinkies - $5.75/12, $22.50/50. Mice: adults - $5.70/12, $22.50/50; fuzzies - $5.60/12, $ $22./50; pinkies - $5./12, $19.50/50.Orders may be picked up at monthly meetings. Contact Jeff, the Herpto Gourmet at (612) 431-6813.

WANTED: Contributions to Herp Forum. Hints, advice, questions, news, ideas, and far-out philosophies are all welcome. The best contribution wins a t-shirt. Just ask me about it. Greg Kvanbek, (612) 533-7723.

WANTED: I need an the shed snake skins in the world - always - to give away at reptile programs. Contact Bob Duerr at (612) 541- 9417.

WANTED: For a small marsh display at Wood Lake Nature Center - dead Painted Turtle and Snapping Turtle carcasses for taxidermy. Contact Dan Belting at (612) 861-9365.

W ANTED: A large Snapping Turtle shell for educational programs by Anoka County Parks. Contact Margaret Connolly at (612) 757-3920.

WANTED: Live Minnesota Herps to borrow for two weeks for display at Dodge Nature Center. Contact Craig Hensley at (612) 455-4531.

W ANTED: Artwork for this newsletter. You need not be a professional. Remember, Gary Larson and Joe Matzke didn't start out at the top either! Submit your illustrations or cartoons to the newsletter editor at the address below.

Largest Selection of Reptiles & Amphibians in Minnesota Cages, Books, Feed & Supplies

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BOX 3695 OWNERS: JOHN & RUTH MELTZER MINNEAPOLIS. MN 55403 (612) 263-7880

INSTRUCTIONS: Ads are run as a free service to paid members. Paid ads from non-members are not accepted. Ads for venomous species, illegal species, or sick animals will not be run. MHS takes no responsibility for legality or health of any animal advertised here. Ads may be run for three consecutive months at which time ads may be re-submitted. The editor reserves the right to omit ads when space is limited so as to allow all members a chance to advertise. Size of ads is limited to 4 typed lines or 1 standard size business card. Deadline for all newsletter items is the 15th of the month. Send all newsletter items to: ATTN: Newsletter Editor,.Minnesota Herpetological Society, Ben Museum of Natural History, 10 Church st. S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55455-0104.

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