Smetlogik Herping

Herping (or Field Herping) is a slang word for the hobby of searching for reptiles and amphibians. It derives its name from herpetology, the study of reptiles and amphibians.  We take you along on our field herping adventures as we search for reptiles and amphibians. 

 🆀 : How long have you been herping?
🅰: I’ve been herping for 40+ years, Nicholas for 20+ years.

 🆀 : Have you ever been bitten by a snake?
🅰: Yes. Sometimes with non-venomous snakes, never by a venomous snake.

 🆀 : How can I get into herping?
🅰: Check local organizations (e.g., zoos, universities, herpetology clubs), see if they can put you in touch with other local herpers.  Online forums, search for herping. 

 🆀 : Best way to find reptiles and amphibians?
🅰: Watch our video in the Topic Tuesday playlist on How to Find more snakes.  

 🆀 : Favorite place to herp?
🅰: Arizona and Mexico.

 🆀 : Favorite find ever?
🅰: Brown Vinesnake in AZ. Sometimes the hardest ones to find end up being the best. Cool snake.