Wildlife log

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the fascinating world of the Bornean Horned Frog (Pelobatrachus nasutus) in the lowland jungles of Borneo. Discover their unique beauty and incredible mimicry skills during a nighttime adventure

Join us as we explore Yonaguni Island herping in serch of the rare Yonaguni King Rat Snake (Elaphe carinata yonaguniensis). Learn about its unique characteristics and our thrilling herping adventure

After hours of searching in the forests of Sabah, Borneo, I finally encountered the rare Sabah pit viper (Trimeresurus sabahi) at an elevation of 1000-1150 meters. Here’s a detailed account of this precious observation and experience