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austin stevens
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i saw a show of his when i was 11 years old, that was a
turning point in my life, i was instantly a young herpetologist
learning everything that i can about snakes, and it was all
thanks to austin stevens. i heard that he was a member but i
havn't yet found him.
Posted by
thenovice
on August 9, 2006
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I WOULD PICK AUSTION STEVENS WHO IS NOT EVEN ON THERE
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I WOULD PICK AUSTION STEVENS HE IS THE BEST ON TV FOR GET CORWIN AND IRWIN THEY LOVEING BEING ON TV TO MUCH AND AS FAR AS MARK O SHEA GOES I HAVE MET HIM AND BOY IS HE FULL OF HIM SELF A VERY RUD PERSON IF I DONT SAY SO MYSELFI THOUGHT HE WAS GREAT ON TV BUT ONCE YOU MEET HIM YOU WILL CHANGE YOUR MIND ABOUT HIM BUT STEVE AUSTION IS THE BEST OUT THERE HANDS DOWN
Posted by
DRAGONHERPS
on December 10, 2004
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Corwin...
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He seems to be the most humorous person who remains fairly well educated on the subject of reptiles, and while O'Shea has more experience, along with many others, Corwin just seems more fun
Posted by
jared_cormier
on November 13, 2004
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field guide
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I would probably take Rob Bredl along because he has a great knowledge of reptiles from around the world and 2nd because he would know how to survive if we got stranded
Posted by
joshsnakeguy
on October 11, 2004
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sidekick
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I would like to have fry ,cause I have never seen him in action as much as the others.besides the other seem to be more comercialized than fry(I have never seen him on tv..can someone tell me when he is on and what time , I would apreciate it greatly!)
Posted by
dizz
on August 21, 2004
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fry all the way
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ive met fry before and cat wait to go herping with him. oshea would be a close second
Posted by
aussieherper
on August 2, 2004
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Some Insight
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I personally know 4 of the people on this list. None of them act quite the same when the cameras aren't rolling. They are all intelligent and witty, and generally great fun to be around when they are just being themselves. I would consider all of them to be an asset on such a trip.
Chris Harper
Posted by
Chris_Harper
on July 27, 2004
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Wilson
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The survey doesn't specify why you choose who you choose. On the contrary, the survey tells us what is most important to the people within this community -- knowledge or personality. If knowledge is most important to you, then choose accordingly, and vice versa.
Webmaster
Posted by
Chris_Harper
on July 27, 2004
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Beauty counts
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Just curious, but will Dr. Fry's wife be joining us? If so then I will opt for B.G.F.
Posted by
toddg
on July 27, 2004
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popularity vs knowlege
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don't mean to be a ass but what is this survey about people's knowlege about feild herpetology or popularity, can anyone elaborate?
Posted by
wilson
on July 27, 2004
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survey
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Well I've never seen Fry anywhere near real rough country like the Amazon - he always seems to be on huge boats, but O'Shea would certainly has the bushcraft and experience in South America to make for an awesome trip.
Posted by
c_m_pyrrhus
on July 21, 2004
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I Have to agree with 2blackbelts, Corwin is my choice because of his personality, he is funny, and a very intelligent person. CORWIN RULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by
diamondbacklover29
on July 17, 2004
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Jeff Corwin
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I have traveled the world and been herping for 34 years. Jeff corwin is an ASTOUNDING walking encyclopaedia, but so is Oshea, and I have found that in a long stretch in nasty conditions there are 2 things that really really keep you sane. A really hot female or a very funny guy. No one on the list is funny but Corwin; he's frickin' hilarious. I've never heard O'shea or Irwin say a single witty thing in 5 straight years. Not one. Steve Irwin is funny to laugh AT; he's not trying to be funny, he's just a mutant.
2BB
Posted by
twoblackbelts
on July 16, 2004
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Survey
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I personally would go with Fry. I think he is one of the world's foremost experts on venom research. He may not be as flamboyant- natured as the other "contestants", but this site is VENOMOUSreptiles.org! I am fascinated with venom/toxins and if you really want to learn something new, go with Fry!
Posted by
Frawgg
on July 16, 2004
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Hard to pick only one. While I went with O'Shea, I'm surprised more people haven't voted for Bredl.
Posted by
KingCobraFan
on July 13, 2004
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The best guide
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All are good professionals, but has one that gets the attention of the Brazilians.
In my opinion the best guide is O'Shea
Him conhece very well that area.
Then he is the most qualified among all,
Besides the Brazilian people have a lot of affection for the O'Shea.
Todos são bons profissionais, mas tem um que chama a atenção dos Brasileirosa
Na minha opinião o melhor guia é o O’Shea
Ele conhece muito bem aquela região.
Então ele é o mais qualificado entre todos,
Além disto o povo Brasileiro tem muito afeto pelo o O'Shea.
Tamar.
Posted by
Tamar
on July 12, 2004
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The big picture...
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Each one of the personalities listed has his own strengths and weaknesses. This survey only highlights who would be best for this particular task, and what the interests/goals of the surveyees are. For instance, if I was taking a trip across the Australian outback, I would probably make another choice. If I wanted a tour of the seasnakes of the world, again, I would make a different choice. Etc, etc, etc.
Just for the heck of it, I may post a different survey question with the same names listed.
Chris Harper
Posted by
Chris_Harper
on July 10, 2004
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TV
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I do wonder if it is fair to pit these personalities against each other, for the simple reason that they all have something different to offer in terms of educating the general public about the fascinating world of reptiles (and amphibians).
I know what goes into producing a program and do have respect for all of these guys but I would like to point out that we sometimes forget those other Herpetologists that may not be in the limelight or as well known (at least by the general public), but also add a great deal to the herp community.
Armata states that he “would choose Mark because he listens to the advice of an old snakeman like me”, What might not be known is that this old snakeman is very well respected by those that know him. He is an “Expert” in his own right, having worked with large public venomous collections both here (UK) and South Africa. He has published papers/books and at least one title that will have been read by many with an interest in venomous snakes. I, for one clearly remember 20 odd years ago reading the sections on venom extraction with keen interest…..especially now as I do it for a living!
Tony is also an accomplished photographer and camera guy who, shot much of the footage seen in Mark’s “Black Mamba” program.
There are of course plenty of other examples of men and women who contribute to our knowledge, either with or without appearing on TV.
Posted by
Hotherps
on July 9, 2004
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gaboon vipers
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i would luv to have Jeff corwin come cuz he seems nice and i could get up close and personal with my favorite snake. THE GABOON VIPER!
Posted by
gaboonluvr
on July 8, 2004
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gaboon viper pics
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is it possible to tell me what it takes to get one of these beautiful and amazing animals. And please if you would send me some nice pics.
THANX Gaboonluvr
Posted by
gaboonluvr
on July 8, 2004
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tour guide
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I think they are all great but I wouldn't pick any of them simply because I wouldn't want anyone stealing my thunder on my once in a lifetime trip! :)
Posted by
VIPERABERUS
on July 8, 2004
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Buddies
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I have already spent a lot of time with Mark and also worked with Nigel Marvin, but would choose Mark because he listens to the advice of an old snakeman like me
Posted by
armata
on July 8, 2004
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I would have to pick Rob Bredl, one because he seems like a pretty cool guy with a good knowledge of reptiles, and two, because if we got stranded in the middle of nowhere, he'd be able to keep us alive with his in-human survival skills.
Corwin and O'shea would come in a close second and third.
For seasnakes Dr. Fry would definately be my pick.
Posted by
psilocybe
on July 6, 2004
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That is a tough one. I have always wanted to see a sea snake or kraite in the wild and Dr. Fry would probably best suited for that trip. Joseph Slowinsky was my favorite, but is not mentioned for obvious reasons. Any other terrain and the modern pioneer, S Erwin would be my choice.
Posted by
cottonmouth
on July 5, 2004
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field guide
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I chose jeff corwin simply because of his sense of humor if I had to spend a month with someone at least I would know there would be some really good laughs dont get me wrong o'shea and dr fry would make for a aesome trip as well and I would be more than pleased to go with any of them except one really I won't mention any names though
Posted by
SerpenXotics
on July 3, 2004
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Who to choose?
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It depends on what you are looking for in a guide. I'd personally go for the individual that I think knows most about the herps from that region.
~CH
Posted by
Chris_Harper
on July 2, 2004
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field guide
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Thats one of the hardest survey questions yet I choose Dr. Fry but the runner ups would definatly be Corwin or Oshea.
Posted by
elapidking81
on July 2, 2004
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more details
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More insight: My original intent was that this trip will be a private trip for you personally, and there will be no TV cameras. The person is to act as your personal guide.
~CH
Posted by
Chris_Harper
on July 2, 2004
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Survey
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I have not voted because there are quite a few possible answers depending upon the reason for taking one of these guys along with you.
· There are several in the list that I count as friends so do I choose one of them?
· Do I select someone that I have not met (but would like to)?
· Do I choose on the basis of actual field experience working in the Amazon?
· Some of these presenters are just the same in real life as they are on TV, while others are totally different.
· A month long trip can be great… but what if you get on each others nerves?
· Who is the least accident-prone / best able to cope with an emergency situation?
· How well do you work as a team?
· How well would you cope with constantly being in the shadow of the great Mr. (whoever) from, when they are mobbed by people?
· How good is their Spanish / Portuguese?
As you can see there is plenty to think about! I would say that it would be best to do such a trip away from the glare of the TV camera.
Posted by
Hotherps
on July 1, 2004
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Field Guide
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Although I have much respect for the others, I've met Jeff Corwin and he would be a blast on any field trip.
Posted by
Phobos
on June 30, 2004
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