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Croc Talk With Dan Carvalho

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In this episode, I sit down with Dan Carvalho, Senior Reptile Keeper at St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park — This zoo houses more crocodilian species there anywhere else in the world.

Dan shares what it’s like to work closely with 25 of those species, how crocodilian care and research has evolved over the years, and what the process looks like when new species are split and described by taxonomists. We talk about Indian gharials, enclosure building, breeding behind the scenes, behavioral observations, and the responsibilities of working in such a high-profile zoo.

We also chat about Croc School, a hands-on training program for aspiring croc keepers, and Croc Fest, a major conservation fundraiser for crocodilian research and protection.

Whether you’re a crocodile keeper, a conservation nerd, or just a fan of these ancient giants, this one is packed with insights and stories from the front lines of croc care.

Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this episode and supporting the podcast. Exo Terra makes top-quality products that help our reptiles feel at home!

Follow Dan on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dan_carvalho_/

Follow St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/staugalligatorfarm/

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park Website:

https://www.alligatorfarm.com/

Check out Croc School here:

https://www.alligatorfarm.com/events-programs/crocodilian-biology-and-management/

Check out my other channel:

/ @daffysreptiles

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to Daffy’s Round Table on whatever streaming platform you use!

Follow Daffy:

Instagram: @Daffysreptiles

Twitter: @Daffysreptiles

Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles

Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles

Business: [email protected]

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Manage episode 519640248 series 2934906
Content provided by Fadi Naddeh. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Fadi Naddeh or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, I sit down with Dan Carvalho, Senior Reptile Keeper at St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park — This zoo houses more crocodilian species there anywhere else in the world.

Dan shares what it’s like to work closely with 25 of those species, how crocodilian care and research has evolved over the years, and what the process looks like when new species are split and described by taxonomists. We talk about Indian gharials, enclosure building, breeding behind the scenes, behavioral observations, and the responsibilities of working in such a high-profile zoo.

We also chat about Croc School, a hands-on training program for aspiring croc keepers, and Croc Fest, a major conservation fundraiser for crocodilian research and protection.

Whether you’re a crocodile keeper, a conservation nerd, or just a fan of these ancient giants, this one is packed with insights and stories from the front lines of croc care.

Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this episode and supporting the podcast. Exo Terra makes top-quality products that help our reptiles feel at home!

Follow Dan on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dan_carvalho_/

Follow St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/staugalligatorfarm/

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park Website:

https://www.alligatorfarm.com/

Check out Croc School here:

https://www.alligatorfarm.com/events-programs/crocodilian-biology-and-management/

Check out my other channel:

/ @daffysreptiles

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to Daffy’s Round Table on whatever streaming platform you use!

Follow Daffy:

Instagram: @Daffysreptiles

Twitter: @Daffysreptiles

Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles

Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles

Business: [email protected]

  continue reading

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