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I am starting a new profiles section on this site. I will throw some questions at amphibian conversationalists and let you know what they have to say. So many people out there are doing great thing and this will help let others know what is going on and my way of thanking them for their contributions to the world of amphibians.
Me with a Southern Black Racer, photo by Alec Peterson
My first profile is on a Nature Photographer from Central Indiana, Todd Pierson.WFB: What sparked your interest in amphibians? What is your favorite amphibian, and why?
Todd: I had a school project on ecosystems and got some White's treefrogs for the project. I decided to go look for them in the wild and ever since, I've been hooked. My favorite amphibian is a tie. I love Gray Treefrogs and Marbled Salamanders because they are awesome looking and fun to find.
WFB: Do you keep any pets?
Todd: Pets, where to start. We have 4 dogs, many cats (some strays), 3 rabbits, 1 hamster, 2 White's treefrogs, 1 tomato frog, 1 leopard gecko, one bearded dragon, and one cockatiel. I got all my reptiles and amphibians before I got into field herping, and I don't get any more now.
WFB: How are you involved with amphibians and their conservation?
Todd: I love finding amphibians and go looking for them several times a week. I take photographs while out in the field and have had two local exhibits of my photos. I am giving three programs about Indiana herps and hope to do more in the future.
Note: Todd will be doing a Nature Hike in Zionsville Sunday, April 23. For more info check out my previous post: Nature with the kids in Zionsville
WFB: What would be the best way for others to get involved as you have?
Todd: I hope others can find a way to help amphibs too. Frogwatch and field herping (not collecting) are great ways to get involved.
WFB: Do you have anything else you would like to share?
Todd: My website, as you know, is: hoosierherper.tripod.com
For a quick link to Todd's Web Site look in the links column on the left. To read one of my previous posts about Todd and a spectacular photo of his: World Class Photographer in the Making
Thank you Todd for sharing your experience with us and for the great work you do.
Posted by wendellsfrogblog
at 6:33 PM EDT
Updated: Friday, 21 April 2006 11:32 PM EDT
