Herping Mugs
Description: Ever since I was a kid I’ve been fascinated by gila monsters because they were “monsters.” I don’t know how they got that name because they are no such thing. This is Glow who is taking shade under a creosote bush from the hot Sonoran Desert sun in June of 2007 about 50 miles south of Phoenix, Arizona. He has starred in at least two of my gila monster videos which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD44DCE95D1B219A0
Description: I am the gila monster whisperer and I have the videos to prove it: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD44DCE95D1B219A0 These misnamed gentle lizards will not attack or bite unless provoked. When they do, their bite is venomous, painful, and prolonged. They do not inject venom like a snake. They chew it into their prey. Anyway, most people survive unless they have an allergic reaction. The Gila Monster (Heloderma suspectum) is also protected by law. In the Arizona Sonoran Desert where we live, it is illegal to harass, capture, or harm them. These lizards have facilitated breakthroughs in the the treatment of diabetes, however. Anyone with this animal as their totem has a secret gift for healing, longevity, and resilience.
Description: My Pillowcase Isn't Full of Candy - a snake-wrangler whose pillowcase isn't full of candy. A vintage distressed badge illustration Halloween herpetologist design, perfect as a Halloween gift for science lovers, STEM students and spooky-season fans. Grab it for trick-or-treat night, costume parties, or everyday spooky-season style.
Description: This nonvenomous snake with red eyes was caught slithering through some brush late one evening in the Sonoran Dessert of Arizona. The video on my YouTube channel all about it is entitled “The Snake with Red Eyes" which can be found here: https://youtu.be/kYIHKjPVpQU?si=OrVasFTPXN9aZULo
Description: I am the gila monster whisperer and I have the videos to prove it: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD44DCE95D1B219A0 These misnamed gentle lizards will not attack or bite unless provoked. When they do, their bite is venomous, painful, and prolonged. They do not inject venom like a snake. They chew it into their prey. Anyway, most people survive unless they have an allergic reaction. The Gila Monster (Heloderma suspectum) is also protected by law. In the Arizona Sonoran Desert where we live, it is illegal to harass, capture, or harm them. These lizards have facilitated breakthroughs in the the treatment of diabetes, however. Anyone with this animal as their totem has a secret gift for healing, longevity, and resilience.
Description: I am the gila monster whisperer and I have the videos to prove it: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD44DCE95D1B219A0 These misnamed gentle lizards will not attack or bite unless provoked. When they do, their bite is venomous, painful, and prolonged. They do not inject venom like a snake. They chew it into their prey. Anyway, most people survive unless they have an allergic reaction. The Gila Monster (Heloderma suspectum) is also protected by law. In the Arizona Sonoran Desert where we live, it is illegal to harass, capture, or harm them. These lizards have facilitated breakthroughs in the the treatment of diabetes, however. Anyone with this animal as their totem has a secret gift for healing, longevity, and resilience.
Description: This quote from Jesus in the new testament has symbolism that goes far deeper than what can be explored here. In his own words Jesus is emphasizing that the serpent is not evil. Wise people have usually earned their wisdom through tests and trials. The serpent and the savior are one according to Qabalistic gematria. The more you learn about these awe-inspiring animals, the more you understand. And the more you watch them, the more you appreciate their beauty. You can do on my YouTube channel here: bit.ly/rattlerplaylist
