Third Eye

Morel Mushroom

Morels are one of the most desired wild mushrooms in the world. They are not farmed like most grocery store mushrooms, but instead gathered in the wild. Their most identifiable characteristic is what’s typically described as a honeycomb-like exterior. I … Continue reading →

Zebra Swallowtail

This a butterfly that I see more-often-than-not when visiting Carter Caves, Kentucky. Its distinctive wing shape and long wing tails make it easy to identify; its black-and-white-striped pattern is reminiscent of a zebra. The main reason I don’t see Zebra … Continue reading →

British Soldier Lichen

This is a common and easy to identify lichen, found throughout the northeastern United States and into Canada. I encountered it while visiting Carter Caves, Kentucky. The little red fruiting structure of the lichens resemble the red hats worn by … Continue reading →


	Honduran Milksnake Lampropeltis triangulum hondurensis The most popular large milksnake in the hobby. Due to a significant amount of color and pattern variability, selective breeding will continue to expand the possibilities of producing currently unseen morphs. These snakes can get up to six feet long. $100-$150 each Click here to see the Honduran page
	Nelson's Milksnake Lampropeltis triangulum nelsoni The intensity of colors has to be seen to be believed. This is the easiest of the albino tricolors to get to breeding size in 18 months - and the most likely to double clutch. Increased availability and lower prices insure that this snake will become a staple in colubrid collections. $75 each Click here to see my Nelson's Milksnake Photo Gallery
	Corn Snake Pantherophis guttatus These are the most popular snakes in herptoculture, and with good reason. Corn snakes are moderately sized, tame and inexpensive. They are also beautiful and hardy pets available in an array of different colors and patterns. $50-$75 each Click here to see the Corn Snake page
	Western Black King Snake Lampropeltis getula nigrita An all-black snake, this is one of my favorites. It is less nervous and more easily handleable than other subspecies of common king snakes. They make excellent pets. Click here to see my Western Black King Snake Photo Gallery $200 each
	Pine, Bull & Gopher Snakes Pituophis sp. These big snakes typically get 6-7 feet in length and are heavily built. Pine snakes and bull snakes are often the "next step" for people who keep corn snakes and kingsnakes. No one can accuse these snakes of not having personality! $65-$250 each Click here to see the Pine, Bull & Gopher Snake page
	Rat Snake Elaphe sp. Larger in size and with more "attitude" than their relatives the corn snakes, rat snakes are a good choice for individuals who have had some snake keeping experience and want to try something a little different. $65-$150 each Click here to see the Rat Snake page
	Water Snakes Nerodia sp. These heavy-bodied serpents add an interesting element to the hobby. I feed mine a diet of 50% fish and 50% frozen-thawed rodents. They do well when set up like other colubrids like Corn Snakes and King Snakes. $35 each Click here to see the Water Snake page
	California Garter Snakes Thamnophis sp These snakes start off eating fish, but eventually can be switched to rodents. They are quite colorful and do great in naturalistic terrariums. I work with three different species. $60-$250 each Click here to see the California Garter Snake page