The Calusa Herpetological Society Of Southwest Florida

Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 7:00 pm 

Speaker Information: This month's speaker will be long-time Calusa Herp Society member Eric Russell from Zoo Med Laboratories. The title of his talk is "Monsoon Season Herping Trip to India's Western Ghats".

Eric has worked for Zoo Med for 18 years and has been a member of the Calusa Herp Society for 19 years.   He grew up in California and studied Marine Biology & Zoology with an emphasis in Herpetology.   Erin, his wife, and him enjoy wildlife photography and have traveled to Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Namibia, Bahamas, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica, Belize & Cuba.   This PowerPoint presentation covers their trip to India during the monsoon season.

     After the meeting, you are invited to join us at a nearby restaurant (announced at the meeting) for more herp discussions and camaraderie over food and drinks. See you there! $5.00 for non-members per meeting or buy a year membership ($25 individual) or ($30 family/business). The address of the Calusa Nature Center is 3450 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905.

WHO'S INVITED? You are! Anyone with an interest in any aspect of herpetology or herpetoculture is welcome to attend, learn, and exchange their experiences with our friendly membership. Come out to meet others who keep, breed or study reptiles and amphibians, and let them share their fascination with you. We average 10 - 20 people attending every meeting.