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Newsletter March 2017
South Texas Amphibian & Reptile Society
Mission Statement
Welcome to the South Texas Amphibian & Reptile Society; STARS members are a diverse group of people who share a common interest in the natural history, conservation, and husbandry of reptiles and amphibians. STARS offers a variety of activities and educational opportunities for our members and the general public. Monthly meetings are open to all. STARS provide Educational programs, Volunteer services to local communities, Including lectures on
reptiles and amphibians for school groups, scouting groups, and industry groups. Community outreach includes educational displays of Texas reptiles at local public events for the purpose of providing Texans with an appreciation of the Education of our state Reptiles. Public service that STARS conducted in cooperation with local government whereby volunteers remove unwanted reptiles from residential areas and rescue or adopt any animals in need of a new home.
Monthly Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of the Month (see dates on next page)
STARS is sponcerd by Velero corprate and are meetings are held at the regonal corprate site
Located at : 1 Valaro Way, San Antonio TX 78249
All are welcomed to attend!
This magnificent frog is called the Giant Monkey Frog. The scientific name is Phyllomedusa bicolor. According to Eleanor Warren-Thomas this Frog lives in Amazon Basin in South America and the Giant Monkey Frog can also be
found in Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, and the Guianas. Kambo medicina website has providing some interesting information about the abilities that the Gaint Monkey Frog obtains. This frog discharges a poison that repels all predators because of it's potency. According to the Kambo medicina in many tribes they would use the poison before hunting for strength, immunity, and good luck. Thanks to Vittorio Erspamer who described the poison from the frog as "a fantastic chemical cocktail with potential medical applications".Kambo medicina also has informed us their are scientific studies that show the poison is made up of many peptides that are beneficial to the human body. The poison has antibiotic properties and strengthens the immune system. It is also known to be an anti inflammatory. The poison also helps to heal eyesight and cure pain. Their are some effects reported for potential medical uses such as brain diseases (Alzheimer and Parkinson). It's amazing how many amphibians and reptiles have extraordinary gifts that can help us.
Our BoardPresident. Peter MimikosVice Pres. Cam PoseySecretary Izzy Martinez Treasurer U’N
Meetings and EventsOur 2017 meeting dates are the followingJan. 11 July 12Feb. 8 Aug. 9March 8 Sept.13April 12 Oct. 11May 10 Nov. 8June 14 Dec.14 Holiday Party
We are also sponsored by Bonnie of Texas Reptile ExpoSTARS Runs the concession stand and provide a live animal display and the auction.We are always looking for volunteers to help out. Continued Next Page
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The Texas Reptile Expo is located at the Knights of Columbus HallThe 2017 dates areMarch 4-5June 3-4Sept. 30 – Oct.1Dec. 2-3
Feel free to contact Bonnie at 501-454-9353 if you want to be a vender.
If you would like to volunteer to help with the STARS table or concession stand please email Isabel Martinez at [email protected]
Upcoming SpeakersRob Coke (Vet at SA Zoo)Jerry SalmonRon Stamper
A special thanks to Sal Scibetta for the speaking at our February meeting. It was very informative about Kemp's Ridley sea turtle. If anyone would like to volunteer at the sea turtle recovery program you can contact them at https://www.facebook.com/nps.pais.seaturtles , [email protected] or (361) 949-8173 Ext. 268
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