i saw a thread for favorite bugs so here’s my self-indulgent thread: what are you guys’ favorite reptile or amphibian species? smile
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Oh this is a tough question! I think the species that comes to mind most rapidly for fun amphibian to me is the Pumpkin Toadlet (Brachycephalus ephippium) - the frog species that is so small that their inner ear canals do not function enough for them to balance mid-jump, making them flop all over the place. That being said there are a BUNCH of other weird frog species with unique behaviors that I could probably mention here (but won't for the sake of brevity).
Also this is kinda unrelated but if you're really into Herpetology like I am and are looking for some fun reading material you should check out "Lost Frogs and Hot Snakes: Herpetologists' Tales from the Field" by Marty Crump. I did a book review on it for an Ecology course last semester and there's some really fascinating stuff in there :]
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i really like bearded dragons and monitor lizards!
@crypticanuran is this how replying works here? i don’t know, lets see!
but! i’m planning to persue herpetology as a career and have tagged along on field studies so i’ll definitely have to check that book out, ty for the recommendation!! pumpkin toadlets are up there for me too, i love their complete lack of coordination, they’re so cutes. my favorite herptile, at least for the moment, is probably caiman lizards, i love their coloration
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RE: @tavmeister (https://www.fruityrumpus.com/forums/reply/6890018954673d71e1ba7e1a)
haha I wish mentions and replies worked so I could have read this sooner! Caiman Lizard is such a cool pick >:U those color gradients are SICK. Also, I hope herpetology works out for you career wise!! I believe the fact that you simultaneously have experience tagging along in field studies already, and have an idea of what you want to do is a great sign :]
additionally, in reference to GA's response:
Bearded Dragons make me think of my middle school days lmao- our middle school library had a pet Bearded Dragon named Libeardian and they were super chill. I think a buddy of mine had a monitor lizard; those things get really big O.o
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i lovve skinks so much. not any particular kind a skink. just any skink. hashtag myskink
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olms and gila monsters. both are pretty sick
