Vol. 3 (1983), No. 12

BELL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 10 CHURCH STREET S.E. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55455·0104

MRS NEWSLETTER

VOLUME III NUMBER 12

JANUARY MEETING

Friday, January 6, 1984 7:00 PM Room 225, Smith Hall

University of Minnesota

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NOTICE

The program for the January meeting has been changed! Instead of Dr. John Tester speaking on "Toads in the Prairies", we will have the Snake Man of Como Zoo, Bob Duerr, showing a 16mm sound and color movie, "Snakes and Flowers"" This movie is about the sn~es of Minnesota, and was produced by Bob and the Science Museum of Minnesota" Don't miss it! The "Critter of the Month" will be snakes of Minnesota rather than toads! We hope to have Dr" Tester at a later date ..


The ]le bruary meeting will be a brand new subjec t for us. Dinosaurs! Dr" Daryl Karns of the Bell Museum staff will present a program on "The Hot Blooded Dinosaurs", illustrated with slides .. He will speak on the "new" theories about the super herps of ancient times .. The "Critter" will be turtles. After all, they have been around for a long time!


Now that we are into winter (and hOW) the MHS Board felt we should have some kind of a contingency plan for inclement weather" So here it is! If things look bad, call any Board member the afternoon of the meeting. We will all have the word by then and can tell you yea or nay. Hopefully, this will prevent you from being the only one to show up at the meeting"

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There are some items of real interest in this Newsletter. Please read carefully the letter from FATE .. It could concern us all. There are also some interesting items from the Minnesota Chapter of The Nature Conservancy" They might be just what some of you have been looking for! Also, you will find a letter from the Minnesota DNR that was received just in time for this Newsletter. MRS was part of this! Take a bow!

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The December program was another good one! MRS President Del Jones presented a slide show of a trip he and his family took this past summer through the Southwest. Wow, there sure a lot of Cnemidophorus out there! Despite the crummy cold weather, we had an attendance of 55. The winners of the First Annual MRS Photo Contest were also announced, and all entries were on display" A special thanks to all who made this a successl See inside for more on the photo contest.

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EDITOR'S CORNER

This issue concludes Volume III of the MRS Newsletter .. ~[1hanks to the input and support of the MRS membership this volume totals 236 pages .. In contrast, Volume II had 146 pages, and Volume I only 50 pages .. We've come a long way in just over 2 years!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the people who have made this possible .. Certainly, number ODe on the list is MRS Master Cartoonist and Artist Fran Frisch .. Fran has given our Newsletter a personality all its own .. And best of all, there is no apparent end to his "gift of laughter" .. MRS also has other cartoonists! Thanks to Sarina Brewer, Lucy Cutler, and }1elinda Jones! They also possess this rare "gift" .. Thanks also to Perry LaBelle for his excellent paint-· ings of herps .. Thanks also to Breck Bartholomew for his drawing ..

We have also benefitted greatly from the prolific pen of Gary Casper .. We have had no less than four original feature articles from him this year! And they were good! At least one of them was reprinted by another society! Thanks also to Bart Bruno, Fran Frisch (again), Pam Gerholdt, Dan Keyler, and Ernie Wagner for their original articles and stories .. Ron Tremper provided articles he had written for other outlets. Thanks to Peter Fuglestad for his anagram ..

Again, thanks to all involved, and a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year!

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Mr. Jim l~erholdt Box 86 Webster, MN. 55088

Dear Mr. Gerholdt,

November JO, lyBj

Yesterday I talked with Del Jones, who sug~ested I send you the enclosed legislative proposal for possible publication in your next newslet ter. However, it might be less confusine'; to your readers to print this letter as a summary instead.

FATE is a Minnesota organization concerned with the protection of wildlife. Most of our work in the past has revolved around mammals, such as passing legislation to establish a season on previously unprotected species like bobcats and badgers. We believe that all wildlife should enjoy basic protection under state law. Unfortunately, over 80 species-half of them herpes--are unprotected by the state.

We have sent a draft proposal to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for legislation to extend DNR authority to include management of snakes, toads, lizards, and salamanders. ~xistine; DNR authority to manage turtles and frogs would also be strengthened.

Our primary concern for this legislation is to guard against depletion of herpes from overcollecting by biological supply houses and by the pet trade. We are not interested in hampering herpes hobbyists. This proposal should be regarded as a beginning draft by MHS members. I'm sure there will be changes required, but I also know that both FAT~ and MHS are interested in optimal numbers of herpes species and in the improved reputation that snakes and other herpes would enjoy under state protection and the public education that would surround such a bill. Finally, I hope that this law would prompt the DNR to be more concerned with hsrpes than they have been in the past.

There would be three levels of taking:

1) Any resident could posseps up to five individuals of any species without a permit, provi«ng the species are not bought or sold. This needs to be expandtd to allow hobbyists to raise clutches without weakening enforcement needs--I'm open to suggestions.

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2) Holders of a fishing license now can take unlimited numbers of frogs for fishing purposes and no more than 10 turtles for any purpose. The proposed law would expand frors to include all amphibians.

3) Persons now collecting or selling frogs for other than angling purposes must now obtain a $50 commercial license; non-residents must now pay $150. Persons taking more than 10 tu~tles must now obtain a $25 commercial license. The proposed change would require anyone collecting herpes for sale other than amphibians for angling purposes to buy a commercial license of $50 for residents and $150 for non-residents.

Again, I would like to hear the pros and cons of this draft from MHS members. I would also like to hear from a:nyone who can ci te instances of overcollection.

Sincerely,

Bob Waligora Issues Coordinator 612-872-1135

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EDITOR'S NOTE: The preceding letter was recently received by MRS. It is printed here for your information. The MHS Board of Directors will be meeting with Mr. Waligora soon to discuss this matter and provide input. Please let us know if you have any ideas or thoughts on this. We will keep you posted!

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The "Herp Hints" segment of the December meeting was busy! Ann Porwoll reported on a Gopher Tortoise that had developed blood spots on its plastron, become listless and gone off feed. It is suspected that the problem might be viral in origin. The animal was treated with antibiotics, B complex vitamins, and mineral oil, but failed to respond and died .. Necropsy is pending. Matt Cutler reported that the Common Boa at the Science }fuseum of Minnesota had not regurgitated any more and was doing fine. Jim Gerholdt mentioned that he had been fighting a problem with regurgitation in his collection, but that it seemed to be under control. Treatment was undertaken with Emtryl at a dosage of 6 mg per ounce of body weight. The drug was placed subcutaneously in food mice. The trouble was apparently protozoan in nature and Jim related how he believed it had been transmitted to various animals. The culprit was the scrub sponge for the water dishes! Disenfec'tant is now being used! Bruce Cutler pointed out that HOT water would also do the job. Bruce Delles also had used the same drug with good results. A good point here is that sometimes a little carelessness goes a long way! The cages used for holding had been paid attention to in between different snakes, but the less obvious had been ignored. Regurgitation can also be caused by too much handling and/or heat/cold stress.

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President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Newsletter Editor Member-at-Large Member-at-Large Member-at-Large Mernber-at-Large

f'.U-IS Officers

Del Jones Bruce Del1es Connie Delles Diane Hanson Jim Gerholdt Fred Bosma.n Fran Frisch Kip Hanson Ann Porwoll

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EDITOR'S NOTE: The following letter was received from Gary Casper of Milwaukee in response to The "Underground Zoo" - The Problem of Exotic Venomous Snakes In Private Possession in the United states by John He Trestrail III that was reprinted in the MHS Newsletter Volume III NOe 10, pp. 7-12.

II d like to expre'ss my objection to your reprinting John Trestrail' s article "'lbe Underground Zoo - The Problem of Exotic Venomous Snakes in Private Possession in the United states". What Trestrail calls a "problem" is not supported by fact. Statistics show that exotic snakebite is so rare as to be absolutely insignificant among causes of human death. House cats, for example, pose a far greater risk. Moreover, Trestrail's characterization of private herpetological collections as an "underground zoo" is ridiculous. He claims snakes are kept in secret collections and that a secret marketing and exchange system exists. He bases these remarks on the poor response he received from a survey of the herpetological community.

Collectors don't advertise their collections in order to avoid theft and to avoid the ridicule and fear the general public displays towards snakes, especially venomous ones. Further, there is genuine and amply justified concern among zoological personnel throughout the United states (not just private collectors) regarding illegal confiscations and searches by wildlife authorities. The reason venomous snakes are not openly advertised is not to be secretive but to avoid inviting inexperienced novelty seekers to purchase venomous snakes. Most herpetological society newsletters will not accept ads for venomous snakes for just this reason. Trestrail need only subscribe to a few dealer price lists to find venomous snakes advertised, far from secretively. Trestrail states that there are no apparent federal laws regulating possession of these snakes. This is false. The Lacey Act and the Endangered Species Act regulate possession and trade in any snakes needing such protection (and then some). Further, many state and city laws restrict the possession of any venomous snakes. There is no need for further legislation to encumber research activities when exotic snakebite is so rare.

Trestrail's use of sucll. terms as "problem", "underground zoo", "secret collections tl

, etc. are unjustified and only add to the public paranoia of venomous snakes. Certainly his comments and recommendations regarding preparation for snakebite by handlers are well intended, useful, and worthy of dissemination. However, the extremely rare incidence of exotic snakebite in this country refutes his claims of a "problem" caused by "private collectors". The facts speak for themselves - exotic snakebite is very rare among handlers and persons in the profession are careful not to encourage novelty seekers who may irresponsibly keep and handle venomous snakes and create a hazard. "Amateur" herpetologists remain our most prolific research community in the husbandry, breeding, nutrition, and behavior of exotic reptiles. The positive information on snakebite in Trestrail's article should have been divorced from his other inadequately researched comments.

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Please see the questionaire enclosed with this Newsletter. It's time for the MRS White Pages again (maybe they will even be white this time). Please return this questionaire to the January meeting or mail it in by January 15. If we do not receive a questionaire from you we will use last year's information or print your name, address, and phone number only. Let us know if you don't want listing!

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BREEDING NOTES

Breedings from December AAZPA Newsletter

Arizona-Sonora Desert ~~seum 19 San Esteban Chuckwalla 4 Clouded Anole

Houston Zoological Gardens 1 Tokay Geck 0

1 Guianan Arrow Poison Frog 6 Sinaloan Milk Snake

New York Zoological Park 1 Bog Turtle 8 Sinaloan Milk Snake 7 California Kingsnake

Institute for Herpetological Research 4 Mexican Rosy Boa 4 Ball Python

National Zoological Park 3 Leopard Gecko 3 Giant Day Gecko

Knoxville Zoological Park 2 Box Turtle

~illDAGASCAR ANGULATED TORTOISE HATCHED

Cincinnati Zoo 1 Green-Black Arrow Poison Jt'rog

JVletro Zoo-l'1iami 4 Siamese Crocodile 4 Leopard Gecko

Gladys Porter Zoo (Brownsville) 2 Coahuilan Box 'rurtle

Zurich Zoological Garden 4 Siebenrock's Turtle

11 Leopard Gecko 18 Red Rat Snake

? Ornate Horned Toads

'lulsa Zoo 1 Koch's Day Gecko

13 Green 'llree Python ' 1 Twist Necked Turtle 6 Spotted Turtle

The Honolulu Zoo successfully hatched one Madagascar Angulated Tortoise (C~ochelone yniphora) on 16 September, 1983, after an incubation of 209 days.

The IUCN considers this species to be the world's rarest tortoise. The hatching represents the first captive reproduction of this species and culminates over a decade of efforts. Honolulu Zoo obtained a group of 2/4 adults in 1971 when Dr. James Juvik, University of Hawaii, was able to work an agreement with Madagascar to gather animals held as pets and to consolidate the group in Hawaii.

The San Antonio Zoo contributed immeasurably to this project by sending their female on a breeding loan. Over the years, several clutches of infertile eggs were produced until this past year when three of five clutches were found to have varying degrees of fertility. The successful hatchling was the only egg fertile in the clutch of three eggs. It weighed 24.7 grams amd has a carapace length of 4.2 cm and has exhibited weight gain during its first month of life.

YELLOW SPOTTED SIDE NECKED TUHTLlt]S BORN

On 9 July, after an incubation of 73 days, two Yellow Spotted Side Necked 'lurtles (Podocnemis unifilis) hatched at the Fort Worth Zoo. rl~he adul t specimens had been in the zoo's collection for over ten years and never laid eggs prior to this year.

Although the species is well represented in U.S. collections, to our knowledge

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To the people who entered the First Annual MRS Photo Contest and the judges, the MRS Board members wish to thank for making it a success. If there are any questions or comments on the contest please call Ann (thanks Ann).

Thanks to each and everyone!

Judges 1 .. Chris A .. LaFontaine 2 .. Perry LaBelle 3. Charlotte Jack

Photo Submitters 1 .. Tom Busby 2 .. Daren Carlson 3. Bruce Delles 4 .. Connie Delles 5 .. Joel Eidbo 6. Fran Prisch 7.. Peter Bugle stad 8. Bruce Haig 9 .. Nancy Haig

10 .. Aaron Hampton 11. Delvin Jones 12. David Norman 13. Ann Porwoll 15. Jim Russell 1 6 co ':Pom Schmitz 17 .. Scott Weinberg 18 .. Larry Yank

If you have not received your awards please contact me to make arrangements .. The pictures with return postage will be mailed after the January meeting. Remember, the Second Annual MHS Photo Contest will be held the same month in 1984. "GET SNAPPIN" !

Awards

Peoples' Choice Fran Frisch-Leopard Gecko

35mm --Pirst

Second Third B10urth

Herps at Home First Second

Delvin Jones-Spring Peeper in Spring Fran Frisch-Leopard Gecko Delvin Jones-Frog in Pond Thomas Busby-Eye of the Iguana

David Norman-2 painted Turtles Connie Delles-1 .. 1 Spiny Iguanas

Herps With People First Jim Russell-Tokay Gecko in Hand Second Tom Schmitz-Baby California KinGsnake in Hand 11hird Nancy Haig-Boa Constrictor with Belly Dancer Fourth Larry Yank-Bullsnake with Baby (human type)

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Black and White First IIrrhe Gang of Three" (Daren Carlson, Peter Fuglestad, Scott We in-

berg)-Python Second liThe Gang of Three" (Daren Carlson, Peter Yuglestad, Scott Wein-

berg)-Iguana Third Aaron Hampton-White's rJ..1ree Frog Fourth Aaron Hampton-White's rl1ree }lrog

Prize List

Four First Prizes of a $10.00 gift certificate from The Shutter Bug 6 Bour Photo, Inc., 454 Snelling S .. and 84'1 Grand Ave 0

Random Drawing for Extra Prizes

Each person who entered the Photo Contest had their name included in this drawing. Only once! Four names were drawn by Siah st .. Clair. They were:

1 .. F'ran Frisch-$20 .. 00 gift certificate from Twin Cities Reptiles, Hopkins .. 2 .. Larry Morrisette-"A Line of Chorus Frogs" T-shirt from Frog Town Greet

ings, st 0 Faul .. 3. Bruce Haig-1984 Cartoon Calendar from Frog Town Greetings, st .. Paulo 4 .. Delvin Jones-$20.00 photo of "Moon and the IDS, Minneapolis" from the

photograph collection of st .. Anthony Main, Minneapolis"

Fran Frisch

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OFFICE OF THE COMMISSION E R (612) 296-2549

TO STATE FAIR PARTICIPANTS:

S ° Ul g MINNESOTA • 55155

Because so many of us have been associated with Department displays at the Minnesota State Fair for so many years we tend to accept it as " jus t a not h-ere vent~. ~ :-l1~_-~H

When we think of it, the Minnesota State Fair is far more than a "routine happenoing". It is big. It is a superb showcase of Minnesota's mirror image.

The State Fair and specifically, our Conservation Building and grounds, represent an annual, very special l2-day opportunity to "tell our story" to almost one million visitors.

It is my personal conviction that our Department's State Fair performancetFil~s year wastne-D~esl--ever~Judging by fne-positive pu611c res-pons-e Weha ve rece lv-eT,--mys-ent-im-ents are sha.red by many.)

I know of no other Department of Natural Resources in the United States that can match our exceptional achievements in "putting it all together" for this once a year, all-out commitment by our personnel.

This is a great source of pride to me and, I sincerely hope, to all of you who contributed.

It is a tribute to those of you who labored on superb exhibits; to the quality of our fish and wildlife displays; to those of you who responded courteously, tiently and eff-iciently to the many public informational inquiries.

I am very proud of the inspiring accomplishments of our Department personnel at this annual event. You literally displayed our excellence in the ,,~ise management of t~innesota's natural resources-.---------

My heartfelt thanks to all of you! Merry Christmas to one and all!

oseph N. Alexander COllnni ss i oner

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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

JOB

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Reptile and knphibian (herp) Intern (March 19 - August 10, 1984) Conduct systematic searches for and census of selected herp species. Evaluate habitats and sites considered for protection. Work closely with ~innesota Natural Heritage Program in identifying, surveying, and documenting critical herp sites. Requirements: Training in herpetology and field experience with reptiles and amphibians. Strong familiarity with Minnesota herp species. Experience in independent field work. Good organizational and writing skills. Must have own car. Salary: $200/week plus 20i/mile travel.

Send resume and letter of appJi.ca tion to: Jeffrey R. Weigel Assistant Director of Land Stewardship Minnesota Field Office The Nature Conservancy 328 East Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, ~m 55414

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Phantastic Phenological Phinds

Bruce Cutler Nov. 22-Lauderdale, Ramsey Co., Minnesota.

1 Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma tigrinum) in garden.

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As noted in last month's Newsletter, :B'red Bosman is the chair for the Nominating Committee this year. He will be assisted by Daren. Carlson and Bruce Haig" Do you want to be more active in MHS? If so, please let one of these people know. A complete slate of candidates will appear in the next Newsletter. Remember that several of the present Board. members are stepping down this year because of the 2 year rule. Here's your chance!


The MHS Library continues to grow", Recently purchased with MHS funds were: An Introduction to the Reptiles and Amphibians of the United States by Percy A", Morris Amphibians and Reptiles of the Pacific states by Gayle Pickwell

Donated by John Moriarty was: Snakes of the Southeastern United states by Jeffrey J. Jackson

Thanks to John from ]VIHS!

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The raffle of an MRS T-shirt at the December meeting was won by Ann Porwoll. We will have a nice large custom made cage for the January meeting. It is a cage that would be ideal for boas or arboreal snakes.

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THE MIN N E SOT A C HAP T E R

OF THE NATURE CONSERVANCY

ANNOUNCES ITS

SMA L L G RAN T S PRO G RAM 1 984

The Nature Conservancy Is a national, non-profit organization dedicated solely to the protection and stewardship of ecologically significant lands. In Minnesota alone, the Conservancy has protected over 90,000 acres, 14,100 of which It presently owns and manages. These preserves range from prairies and woods to Islands In Lake Superior, protecting rare plants, animals and plant communities.

The Smal I Grants Program Is designed to encourage scientific research on lands protected by The Nature Conservancy In Minnesota. The goal of the Program Is to enable TNC to understand and manage Its lands better. Prlortty research needs are listed on the back, although other topics wltl be considered.

The deadline for application Is February 10, 1984. Awards wi I I be announced by March 9, 1984.

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I) Anyone may apply. A significant portion of the research must be conducted on TNC lands.

2) A committee of Independent scientists wi II Judge the proposals on the basis of scientific merit, contr I but Ion to TNC goa I s and object I ves, feasl b IIlty, budget I ng. quallHcat Ions of I nvestlgertors and management appl Icattons.

3) Funds wi II be granted for field travel (12i per mile) subsistence, equipment, and supplies. Salary may be considered for projects which address priority research needs. Applicants should Indicated other sources of funding whlch .. ~,.I$he Is seeking. Major equipment purchased becomes the property of the The Nafur~:LConservan~y. .

4) Requests from $50 to $2,500 will be consl dered. Requests over $2,500 will be reviewed for possl ble partIal funding. A total of $5,000 will be awardsd p with $3,000 allocated for priority research (see back of page) ~nd $2,000 for other research proposals.

5) For proposal format, contact Peg Kohring, Minnesota Chapter, The Nature Conservancy. Only applications following stated guidelines wi II be considered.

6) A portion of the funds may be withheld pending submission of the final report.

Research Policies and Procedures of The Nature Conservancy

A permit Is required for all rese~rch on land owned or leased by TNC, regardless of whether collecting Is Involved, and regardless of whether funds are provided by the Conservancy. This procedure allows us to prevent redundant and desiructlve research, be aware of studies that help us better understand and manage preserves, and document the value of preserves for scientIfic and educational use. This documentation Is useful In fundraislng and applying for property tax exemption.

Proposals for research permits should be submitted at least three weeks prior to commencement of research. For proposal guidelines contact Peg Kohring, Minnesota Chapter, The Nature Conservancy. Only applications following stated guidelines will be considered. The applicant should submit five copies of a research proposal. In Minnesota all proposals are reviewed by a five-person Research Advisory Committee and Conservancy staff.

CollectIon of s~eclmens: Normally only one speclmen of each species on a preserve may be coUected for voucher purposes. he University of Minnesota has been used a s a depository for most of the plants,

. vertebrates and Insects collected on Minnesota preserves. Collection of seeds and plants for restorations, gardens or terraria Is not permitted except as part of TNC-approved research projects. Snap or leg-hold trapping of vertebrates Is generally prohibited. TNC occasionally grants permits for an IndivIdual to collect certain types of specimens for special purposes without pre-designating the preserves where collecting Is to occur. Only a few such blanket permits are granted and they must be renewed each year.

APPLY TO: RESEARCH ADVISORY COMMITTEE TNC - Minnesota Chapter 328 East Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55414 (612) 379-2134

Now available Is Prairies, Woods & Islands, a complete guide to the MInnesota preserves; available for $3.50 from the MN Chapter Office.

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FOR SALE: 0.0.4 Sonoran Gopher Snakes (Pi tuophis melanoleucus affinis). 1-983 hatchlings. 18". Contact Del Jones at 612-938-8555.

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1984 Date Calendar of Unpublished. Cartoons by Fran Frisch! 17 x 11. Numbered 1-100 and signed! $5..00 each. 12 full page cartoons and over 20 other drawings. Itts fun and a great gift! "A Line of Chorus Frogsll T-shirt. Red or green with black screening. $7.00. Contact Fran at 612-488-7619. Add $1.00 for postage!

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FOR SALE: ~verglades Rat Snake (Elaphe o. rossalleni). 3' male. $25. 00/offer. Yellow Rat Snake (Elaphe o. quadrivittata). 3 ~, female. ~~20.00/offer. Contact Glenn Lewis at 612-454-4045.

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In response to several requests, I am offering 8 x 10 color prints of my entries in the MRS Photo Contest. The cost will be $10.00 per unmounted print and $12.00 per print mounted on foam board. Orders will be taken until January 7. Prints will be available at the February meeting. Contact Del Jones at 612-938-8555.

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MINNESOTA HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY

DELICATESSFlN

REMEMBER-After each meeting we will have available our featured

take-out items.

FRESH FROZEN MICE-$3.00 per dozen.

FRESH FROZEN RATS-JUMBO SIZE-$1 .50.

FRESH FROZEN RAT PUPS-$3.00 per dozen.

Remember, if you want rats or mice, they are available by reservation only. You MUST place your order with Bruce or Connie at 938-0680 no later than 7:00 PM on TFiU'rsday the day before the meeting. Logistics dictate this policy, so please cooperate with us. If you do try and order after the deadline, you will have to wait until the following month. Don't miss out!

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DO YOU HAVE YOUR MHS T-SHIRT? IF NOT YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF .. THEY MAKE GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS! WE NOW HAVE THEM IN KE'LLEY GREEN! OTHER COLORS ARE BUD GRANT GREY, YELLOW 9 AND BLUE ..

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WANTED: Refreshments for the monthly meetings. If you want to help, contact Sally Brewer at 647-0661.


FOR SALE: MHS srrICKERS .. $1 eOO each or 12 for $10.001 The sample below is actual size.

**FOR ALL MAIL ORDERS, PLEASE SEND A SELFADDRESSED, STAMPED ENVELOPE.


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REMEMBER: The deadline for submitting ads, etc., is the 15th of the month. Late arrivals will be held over for the next issue of the Newsletter. Please send any items to Jim Gerholdt, P.O. Box 86, Webster, MN 55088. You may also bring them to the meeting and give them to Jim or any Board member.

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WANTED: Books and journals in the field of Herpetology .. Help build your MHS Library .. If there is a particular book you would like to see in the Library, let us know!

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I S YOUR MRS MEMBER SHIP CURRENT? PLEASE CBECK YOUR ADDRESS LABEL TO MAKE SURE!!

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If you would like a lecture or demonstration with plenty of live re~tiles for your school, scout group, etc., give Jim Gerholdt at call at 507-652-2996! '

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I NOW THROUGH CHRISTMAS EVE DAY

R AVE.E. M,O P ~I N S, M N 5 5 3 4 3

93J~ .. 0680

WE HAVE THE LARGEST SELECTION OF QUALITY REPTILES, AMPHI3IANS & HERP BOOKS AVAILABLE IN MINNESOTA

ALSO A LARGE STOCK OF ACCESSORIES: DRY TANK HEATERS, HOT ROCKS, HIDE BOXES, SEXING PROBES, TANK LINERS, AQUARIUM SCREEN COVERS, VITA-LITES, DRIFTWOOD.

) EVERYTHING FOR THE HERPER OR HERP FOR CHRISTMAS! < VISIT US TODAY TO DISCOVER THE HOLIDAY SAVINGS

ON SPECIFIC ANIMALS OR ITEMS YOU WANT TO GIVE OR RECEIVE!!

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HETAIL AND WHOLESALE REPllLES

EDUCATIONAL LECTURES AND DISPLAYS

SPECIALIZING IN SNAKES - THE UNIQUE PETS

JAMES WEIGNER. PROPRIETOR

Box 365. RT. 2. ZIMMERMAN. MN 55398

By ApPOIN1MEN T ONL) (612) 389-5276

JU.1 IMAGING - 1'1..1.. DO TN. Rill.,.

DESIGNING 0. CREATING

FINE JEWELRY

GARY BAECHER

CALL FOR ApPOINTMENT

10 A.M. TO 7 P.M.

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FOR SALE: 1 male intergrade Python (Burmese x Indian) .. 3 ~" .. 1 .~ years old .. Asking price $65 .. 00 .. Trade possible .. Contact Matt Cutler at 612-646-8318.


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MINNESOTA

HERPETOLOGICAL

SOCIETY

BELL MUSEUM OF NATURAL 111STOHY

10 CHURCrl STREET S.E III MINNEAPOUS .. \'lINNE~OrA 55<155 0104

T-SHIRT ORDER MINNESOTA HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIE1Y

BELL MUSEtTM OF NATI1RAL HISTORY 10 CHURCH STREET S.E .• MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 5';4';5·0104

NAME ______________________________________________________________ ~ ______________ ___

ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________ __

CI1Y _________________ STATE ______ ZIP. ____________ _

PHONE __________________________ INTERESTS ____________________ ~------------------------

TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP

o FAMILy ............................. $10.00

Admits all members of a family to monthly meetings.

o INDMDUAL ......................... $7.50

o CORRESPONDING .................... $5.00 For out-of-state members·

OFFICIAL MHS T-SHIRT

Yellow shirt with hlue screening.

S 0 MOL 0 XL 0

$7.00 each, $1.00 postage/handling.

PLEASE ENCLOSE PAYMENT WITH APPLICATION. MAKE alECKS PAYABLE TO MINNESOTA HERPETOI.oGICAL SOCIETY. MEMBERSIUP IS FOR 12 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF JOINING. YOUWlU. RECEIVE YOUR. MEMBERSHIP CARD BY RETURN MAIL. A RECEIPr WILL BE SENT om Y UPON REQUEST.

Vol. 3 (1983), No. 12

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