Eno Ectotherms
Eno River Association
Learn about the amazing ectotherms who live in and near the Eno River from the Eno River Association!
Find the Copperhead
NC Herpetological Society
Test your snake ID skills as you try to find the copperhead with our interactive tile game! Learn how to coexist with this local venomous snake.
Herp Shop
NC Herp Society
Herp Shop sales support the conservation of amphibians and reptiles through NC Herp Society outreach programs, research grants and land management. Specific funds support NC endangered species through Project Bog Turtle and Project Simus.
Inviting Reptiles and Amphibians to Your Backyard
NC Partners in Amphibian & Reptile Conservation and NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Want to make your backyard friendly for reptiles and amphibians? They’ve got you covered with great ideas from cover boards to hide lizards and small snakes to PVC pipes, which make perfect homes for tree frogs. They will also have a few reptiles and amphibians that you will find around Wake County on display.
My First Snake
NC Herpetological Society
This is a hands-on station where you may see snakes up close. They will have several native and exotic snakes of proven good temperament for touching.
NC Herpetological Society Membership
NC Herpetological Society
Discover what the NC Herp Society is all about — who they are, what they do, and some of the projects and initiatives they use to accomplish their goal of conservation. Consider becoming a member today!
NC Herpetological Society Youth Branch
NC Herpetological Society
The NC Herpetological Society’s Youth Branch booth showcases the awesome opportunities they offer for 2nd through 12th graders interested in all things reptile and amphibian. For those interested in joining, contact youthcommittee@ncherps.org.
North Carolina Natives
NC Herpetological Society
See and learn about a large variety of native North Carolina reptiles and amphibians. They will have snakes available for touching.
North Carolina Zoo Conservation
North Carolina Zoo
This exhibit will focus on the amphibian and reptile conservation efforts at the North Carolina Zoo.
Project Bog Turtle
NC Herpetological Society
Project Bog Turtle is a conservation initiative of the North Carolina Herpetological Society. The goal of the project is preservation of the critically endangered bog turtle and its habitats in North Carolina and surrounding states. Visit the booth to learn more and to find out how you can help!
Project Simus
NC Herpetological Society
Project Simus is an initiative of the North Carolina Herpetological Society which focuses primarily on the Southern hognose snake (Heterodon simus), but also studies other Sandhills area reptiles and flora and fauna associated with the longleaf pine ecosystem. Stop by to learn about this important project!
Reptiles and Amphibians: What are they?
Snake Experience
This station will have demo enclosures featuring various species with information regarding those species, interactive petting for some animals, and conservation information for the Southern hognose snake.
Snakes and More! Mixed Media Painting Demonstration
Stacy Lewis Studio
Wildlife artist Stacy Lewis will be demonstrating the use of paint, collage, foil and other materials to create colorful paintings of favorite “herps.”
The Traveling Tortoise
Carolina Tortoise Sanctuary
Have an unforgettable experience meeting amazing animals with The Traveling Tortoise, the education outreach program of the Carolina Tortoise Sanctuary! Strike a pose for a unique Serengeti photo, create a fun paper tortoise and say hello to our larger-than-life mascot. Guaranteed to be a shell of a good time!
Using Citizen Science to Support Herpetology
Prairie Ridge Ecostation, NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn how you can help scientists study reptiles and amphibians as a citizen scientist!
Paint Savvy Face Painting Specialists
Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians
Avian and Exotic Animal Care
Visit our team of veterinarians and assistants who care for reptiles and amphibians on a daily basis. Meet some of their personal slimy and scaly pets and ask them about yours!
Toads of the World
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Check out this toad-ally awesome table to learn more about some of our favorite amphibians!
Gila Monsters
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn about this beautiful and venomous lizard.
T-Shirt Sales
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Come buy an amazing t-shirt designed in-house by Museum graphic designers to commemorate your time at Reptile and Amphibian Day 2023 featuring the Copperhead!
Discovery Room
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Perfect for children. Explore this hands-on space on the 2nd floor.
Irish Herps & Green Herps
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn about the herps of Ireland and play a game for a button!
Quiet Space
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Take a break from the excitement of the event.
What’sss inssside a sssnake?
Sustainable Health Ecology Lab
Snakes and amphibians have interesting internal anatomy, and they are infected by a variety of parasites. Come explore the insides of these animals!
Inviting Reptiles and Amphibians to Your Backyard
NC Partners in Amphibian & Reptile Conservation and NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Want to make your backyard friendly for reptiles and amphibians? We’ve got you covered with great ideas from cover boards to hide lizards and small snakes to PVC pipes, which make perfect homes for tree frogs. We also have a few reptiles and amphibians that you will find around Wake County on display.
Snake ID
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn how to identify the most common snakes in your yard!
Pollywog Playspace
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
A space with games and activities perfect for tadpoles!
Snakebite is a Neglected Tropical Disease
Asclepius Snakebite Foundation
Snakebite is a neglected tropical disease. The Asclepius Snakebite Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to reducing the burden of snakebite in the developing World.
Vipers of the World
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn about the vipers on each continent and participate in related activities.
Hempsmith Clothing Co.
Hempsmith will feature facts and information on the low impact of hemp as a textile fiber. Stamp your own amphibian or reptile (on hemp paper) as you learn how hemp helps conserve their environment.
Tropical Living Conservatory
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Open for Reptile and Amphibian Day until 4pm.
Lizard Craft
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn about frilled lizards and create your very own!
Amphibians and Conservation
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Why do frogs croak? What makes their tongues so sticky? And is there really such thing as a frog so big that it eats rodents? Find out the answers to these questions and more at the Museum’s live frog table!
Bouncy Vipers Craft
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Create your own viper to take home!
Life in the Dark: Terrific Troglobites
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Did you know that there are some herps that live in caves their entire lives? How about snakes that hunt other cave-dwelling creatures? Check out this exhibit to take a trip through the dark!
Ambassador Reptiles & Amphibians
BeWild Reptile Rescue
Meet the ambassador reptiles and amphibians with BeWild Reptile Rescue! We are a 501(c)(3) animal rescue that works with surrendered, abandoned, and stray pet reptiles.
Cool Crocodilians
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn about the diversity of crocodilians around the world!
Frog Wellness Exams
Window on Animal Health
Watch our veterinarian team work at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm & 2:30pm.
Visual World Investigate Lab
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Learn about 3D printing, computer modeling and more! Lab is open from 10:30-12:30 and 1-3pm.
Micro World Investigate Lab
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Explore this hands-on space and check out some special Reptile and Amphibian Day activities! Lab is open from 10:30-12:30 and 1-3pm.