We overviewed common interests especially in gecko keeping (I, Dr. Clark used to breed geckos). Reviewed Uroplatus (leaf tailed geckos) that live in Nosy Be, NW Madagascar, and how to conserve geckos not only with captive breeding, but via field studies, e.g. opportunity for Ben in Madagascar to assist the need to identify Uroplatus sleeping tree sites as part of reforestation program. Discussed local Crested Gecko breeder who works at PB Zoo- possible fieldtrip?

Discussed local habitat type of SCRUB forest, how gopher tortoise burrows support >50 other species, the endemic swift lizard Sceloporus woodii native only to Florida- plan field trip to see them in person? Many live along scrub of JDSP and males have turquoise side stripe, females are dull brown, concept of dimorphism mentioned briefly.

Discussed life list and 'catch by hand' challenge. When Ben asked, I suggested he might want to join local herp club and attend their meetings, I can keep you in the loop of next opportunity. Sometimes the group goes on herping trips, too.