Title: “There’s a Snake in My Fish Tank” – An Introduction to Fully Aquatic Snakes
Title: “There’s a Snake in My Fish Tank” – An Introduction to Fully Aquatic Snakes
Date: Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM PST
Location: Balboa Park, Casa Del Prado, Room 104, San Diego, CA
Speaker: Myke Clarkson – President, International Herpetological Symposium & Herpetological Conservation International
Herpetoculturalist | Wildlife Producer | Conservation Communicator
Event Overview:
Join us for an exciting SDHS Monthly Meeting featuring Myke Clarkson, an internationally recognized herpetoculturalist and conservation communicator, as he discusses the fascinating world of fully aquatic snakes in his talk titled, “There’s a Snake in My Fish Tank”.
Myke will take us on an exploration of these remarkable reptiles, focusing on:
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Their behavior, habitats, and adaptations to aquatic life
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Tips for caring for aquatic snakes in captivity
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How these species fit into the broader ecological picture
Speaker Bio:
Myke Clarkson is a widely respected herpetoculturalist, wildlife producer, and conservation communicator. With a career spanning several decades, Myke has contributed to the herpetology community through writing, zoo consultation, and conservation-focused media.
He is currently the President of the International Herpetological Symposium (IHS) and Herpetological Conservation International (HCI), as well as a member of the IUCN Sea Snake Specialist Group. Myke’s expertise is rooted in his deep understanding of aquatic and semi-aquatic snakes, and he advocates for evidence-based reptile care and ecologically grounded husbandry practices. He has collaborated with zoos, conservation organizations, and other herpetoculturalists to advance reptile welfare and education.
Myke has conducted fieldwork across more than 30 countries, particularly in neotropical and arid ecosystems. His contributions to the field include co-authoring the book Aquatic Snakes: Diversity and Natural History, as well as publishing in Herpetological Review, Biawak, and other scientific journals. He is also a prominent wildlife television producer with credits on shows like Shark Week, Big Cat Week, and Dead By Dawn on Nat Geo Wild.
What to Expect:
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Expert insights on the biology and behavior of aquatic and semi-aquatic snakes
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Practical advice for their care and habitat setup
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Q&A session for attendees to ask questions and deepen their knowledge
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Networking opportunities with fellow reptile and amphibian enthusiasts
Join us to learn about one of the most fascinating snake species and gain insights into the life of aquatic snakes from one of the world’s leading experts!
Note: All ages are welcome, but some presentations may be more suitable for audiences aged 12+.
See you there!
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