Introducing myself

[BWSmith]

I felt that I should take the time to introduce myself to those who do not already know me before I begin posting. My name is B W Smith, owner of Southern Reptile Education. I keep and breed all venomous species native to Georgia (as many as the law allows [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_frown.gif[/img] ). I have had hands-on experience with virtually every type of venomous species worldwide including some that I don't particularly like working with (eg mambas, spitters, O. hannah). I also present venomous species education to various groups and Envenomation Treatment lectures to emergency medical personell and fire departments. I am currently working on a herpetological survey of a WMA here in Georgia for the DNR. LaCrosse footwear also asked me to do some independant testing on their new Fang Snakeboot. So far, it is doing well, let's see how it holds up after a season of field herping [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_smile.gif[/img] I enjoy herping every chance I get. In addition to venomous species of snake and spider, I also enjoy my yellow anacondas, red tails, red foot torts, Leos, and other odds and ends that I have from time to time. My site is currently out of date and is being reconstructed, so there is not much there unless you want to see some good photos. The updated site will have Reptile Laws for every state, a complete listing and information about every snake native to GA, and a few other sections.

Some of the Hot keepers here may know my most famous snake, Preacher Killer (PK), a 48" Cottonmouth (conanti).

Well, I guess that is about it for me. I just wanted everyone to know where I was coming from when I post. I look forward to speaking with all of you and offering whatever information i can.

BWSmith

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BWSmith
Southern Reptile Education

	Cottonmouth Cottonmouth (Agkistrodon piscivorus) - Also known as a Water Moccasin.

[Countryboy]

Welcome to Redtailboa.net Glad to have you here.
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[longhorn698]

well come to redtailboa.net. we are all happy to have you here to share your knowledge about snake especially about venom ones because lately people have been asking alot of questions about venomoids and hot snakes. hope you like it here.
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	Venomoid Venomoid surgery is the removal of venom glands. It is an operation to alter the functions of a snake, not an operation aimed at altering it's appearance. The measurable and desired effect is that the snake no longer produces venom.

[Boaguy]

WELCOME TO RTB!!! [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
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I'm looking forward to your posts and your site update, espically the state reptile laws section. Welcome aboard!
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[JuliusSqueezer]

Welcome back to the site Brian. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_smile.gif[/img] I haven't known Brian all that long but in the short time we have known each other we have spent hours and hours hanging out talking herp....I think his g/f is getting suspicious. LOL. Brian is just one of those guys you can meet up with at 7 pm ...talk for 30 minutes but when ya look at your watch it's 1 am...If you have a day job...stay away from Brian LOL.
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[Dr.Oviparous]

Right on, glad to have ya! I'm really looking forward to your reptile law section as well! -Juggalo
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[Constrictor_BO]

Cool deal. I saw the pic of PK before I found this thread. I know. I'm a bit slow.

Oh well.. anyways. Welcome to the site Brian.
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[impermanentrage]

Hola. Super. Good to have a ven-man in the midst.

Entropy,
Alex
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	Venomous Reptile A term commonly used to refer to a venomous reptile. Most commonly used in reference to venomous snakes.

[Ophiophagus-hannah]

Welcome aboard!!! Have fun! and take care.
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[NYCSpeedcore]

Welcome! I must say that is a impressive resume you have going there! I think what you're doing is great, keep up the good work!
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