The Calusa Herpetological Society Of Southwest Florida

Thursday, January 4, 2024 - 7:00 pm 

Speaker Information: Our January 2024 speaker is Calusa Herp Society member Marc Cantos.  The title of his talk is "Pritchard's Pond and Other Turtle Adventures", tells the story of his 4 year migration of The Turtle Source from the suburbs to the country. Marc's talk will cover his incredibly long move, some 2023 current events, and of course some cool turtle pics. Come and see Marc tell this story with over 500 pictures in less than an hour...

Marc has been keeping and breeding turtles and tortoises for over 50 years. He has served as an elected representative of the Florida Reptile industry for 23 years. He has also served on the board of the state laboratory since it's inception. He is a lifetime member of The TTPG, The Turtle and Tortoise Club of Florida, US Ark, and US Ark Florida. He's served on many Reptile panels and working groups over the past 3 decades, and he's written several articles on turtle and tortoise keeping, breeding and conservation. 

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.