AmphibiCast Dan Drobates

The world is a stressful place. For many of us, the amphibian hobby is a means of escape and a place where we can find peace of mind. But, the hobby does also require a great deal of commitment ,and it can also become a stressor in and of itself when we are struggling with personal issues. Managing animals when we are struggling can be a significant obstacle to overcome. But there is support for people in need. All we need to do is ask. This week I am joined by Dave Mickulas of Vi...

There are many stakeholders in the amphibian universe. From breeders and hobbyists, to researchers, land managers, and policymakers. -all of these groups need to be engaged as a community if trade is to be continued in a clean and responsible way. But how is this accomplished and what challenges are faced along the way? This week I am joined by researcher and wildlife engagement specialist, Alexa Warwick. We discuss Alexa's role in an ongoing project that examines disease mi...

This week I am joined by Ivan of Tesoros de Colombia and we discuss some new projects that are underway at Tesoros and the ACA. We talk about some of the new species soon to be available through legal import, including Amereega and Andinobates, as well as how local coffee farmers are helping conservation efforts.To learn more, visit:https://tesorosdecolombia.com/https://activeconservationalliance.orgExo Terra is our sponsor this week. For all your amphibian needs visit: Exo-terra.com or visit...

This week’s epdisode is designed with the beginner in mind. When we start out as hobbyists, it’s very common to make mistakes. Husbandry and care can be researched, but our knowledge base always grows through experience. In this episode, I discuss some common beginner mistakes and how to fix them. I cover what to do if you start out with an impulse purchase frog, how to to positively engage the community for help, and how to manage negative criticism. This episode ...

Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis or Bd is one of the most infamous agents of amphibian disease world wide. But did you know that there are multiple lineages other than the Global Panzootic Lineage and that the fungus can be affected by a virus? New research involving the fungus and mycoviruses has shed a fresh light on the virulence of chyrid. In this episode I am joined by researchers Mark Yacoub and Jason Stajich to discuss it. We talk about mycology (the study o...

The Japanese Giant Salamander (Andrias japonicus) is one of the world's most iconic amphibian species. In this episode I am joined by Director of Buishido Adventure Travel limited and CEO of Sustainable Daisen - Richard Pearce, directly from Japan. Sustainable Daisen is a not for profit organization that focuses on Japanese Giant Salamander conservation through habitat preservation, conservation initiatives, and global engagement. Through his decades of guiding experience, R...