keep native species of amphibians and reptiles (even in the classroom).
On Mon, Mar 19, 2012 at 10:43 AM, Bryan Windmiller <bwindmiller@gmail.com>wrote:
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> Hi Jessica,
>
> I have no problem with a few grey treefrogs or newts in captivity in the
> classroom for a while. I understand that this is not the position that
> many herpers and naturalists take.
>
> However, I know from personal experience, that - if done well, and I know
> that Jessica and Kestrel does this wonderfully, keeping captive native
> animals in the classroom can be a fantastic vehicle for developing a sense
> of connection, knowledge, and most importantly stewardship over the wild
> species that live in the same neighborhoods as the students. Conservation
> is a human activity and to do it well, we need to do all we can to motivate
> our fellow humans to participate or at least support wildlife conservation.
>
> Both the species that you are interested in can be maintained safely and
> well in captivity without great difficulty; the treefrogs are especially
> easy.
>
> Jessica,
> I have a large gray treefrog breeding population right by my house. They
> had bred for years in my neighbor's unused swimming pool. Sadly, the pool
> was recently filled in but I suspect that many of the males will be calling
> from the area for a while fairly soon (sooner than usual given the
> ridiculous but beautiful weather). If you'd like, I'd be happy to snag a
> male or two for you. Newts are sparse here in the Concord area, though I
> can tell you where to find some as well.
>
> My understanding from discussions with Tom French, etc. about this is that
> you do NOT need a state collecting permit for gray treefrogs and newts as
> long as you take no more than 2 individuals.
>
> Best Wishes,
> Bryan
>
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Frederic Vallowe, Instructor
Hamilton County Senior High School
1 Fox Lane
McLeansboro, IL 62859
1.618.643.2328
www.unit10.com
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