2024-06

Field reports

How to Look for Mamushi Pit Viper(Gloydius blomhoffii): A Guide to Finding the Japanese Pit Viper

Learn how to find the Mamushi, or Japanese pit viper (Gloydius blomhoffii), in its natural habitat across Japan. Discover prime locations, activity patterns, and safety tips for observing this fascinating snake.
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Discovering the Ornate Earless Agama (Aphaniotis ornata) in Borneo’s Rainforest

Explore the fascinating life of the Ornate Earless Agama (Aphaniotis ornata) in Borneo. Learn about their unique sleeping habits, distinctive features, and why they are easier to observe at night.
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Wild Violin Beetle Encounter in Borneo: Wildlife in the Borneo

Encounter the Violin Beetle in the wild jungles of Borneo. Learn about its mimicry, life inside fungi, and defensive adaptations in this rare wildlife story
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Photographing the Unique Galápagos Marine Iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus)

Discover the unique behaviors of the Galápagos marine iguana, the only lizard that forages in the sea, and learn about their salt-regulation adaptations and conservation challenges in Ecuador.
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Encounter with the Sakishima-banded Snake (Lycodon rufozonatus walli) on Ishigaki Island

Explore encounters with the Sakishima-banded Snake (Lycodon rufozonatus walli) while herping on Ishigaki Island. Learn about their feeding habits and the ecological impact of roadkill incidents.
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Tips for Finding the Elegant Pit Viper (Protobothrops elegans)

Learn how to effectively locate the Elegant Pit Viper (Protobothrops elegans) on Ishigaki and Iriomote Islands. Discover their color variations and habitat preferences, but remember to exercise caution due to their venomous nature.
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Observing the Borneo Forest Dragon (Gonocephalus bornensis)

Discover the beauty of the Borneo Forest Dragon (Gonocephalus bornensis) during a nighttime herping expedition in Sabah, Malaysia. Learn about its unique characteristics and habitat preferences in different regions of Borneo.