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Daffy's Round Table

Fadi Naddeh

This podcast will go in-depth on the husbandry and breeding of captive reptiles, amphibians, fish and any other exotic pets as well as discussions on conservation efforts to save these species!

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S1 · E154
August 22 · 1 hr 42 min
Skink-A-Palooza: Species, Setups & Breeding
Episode #154 of Daffy’s Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Rachael and Leigha for Skink-A-Palooza, a full deep dive into keeping and breeding skinks.Between the two of them, they’ve worked with a huge variety of species, so we get into sandfish, ocellated skinks, zebra skinks, Schneider’s skinks, Greer’s earless skinks, wedge-snouted skinks, rainbow skinks, and more. A big part of the conversation is comparing these different species: how their behaviour, enclosure setups, breeding strategies, and overall husbandry can differ even though they’re all skinks. We talk about heating, UVB, diet, supplementation, substrates, microclimates, enclosure design, incubation, raising babies, and some of the lessons Rachael and Leigha have learned from working with so many different species. We also get into what makes certain skinks underrated in the hobby and why there’s way more diversity within this group than a lot of reptile keepers realize. If you already keep skinks, you’re thinking about getting your first species, or you just want to learn more about some incredibly cool and overlooked lizards, there’s a ton of great information in this one. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home. Follow Rachael on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jabbasreptileroom/ Subscribe to Rachael on YT: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@JabbasReptileRoom⁩ Follow Leigha on IG: https://www.instagram.com/divergent.exotics.herps/ Check out Leigha's website: https://www.divergentexoticsherps.com/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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August 15 · 1 hr 42 min
How to Turn Your Reptile Hobby Into a Sustainable Business With Frank Payne
Episode #153 of Daffy’s Round Table. On this episode, I’m joined by Frank Payne of Living Art by Frank Payne, with David Beetham from Clubtail Exotics joining me as co-host, and we’re talking all about how to turn your reptile hobby into a sustainable business. Frank has successfully taken his passion for keeping and breeding reptiles and turned it into a successful business, so we get into what that transition actually looked like and what it takes to make a reptile business work long term. We talk about how Frank selects the species he works with, balancing passion projects with animals that make sense financially, recognizing trends versus species with long-term demand, pricing animals, building a reputation, and some of the mistakes breeders make when they start trying to turn their hobby into a business. With David joining us as another breeder and business owner, we get a really interesting conversation about the realities of making money with reptiles while still keeping the passion for the animals at the center of what you do. If you’ve ever thought about taking your reptile hobby full-time, starting a breeding business, or you’re just curious about how successful reptile breeders build businesses that can actually last, this episode is for you! Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home. Follow Frank on IG: https://www.instagram.com/livingartbyfrankpayne/ Subscribe to Frank on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@LivingArtbyFrankPayne⁩ Check out Frank's website here: https://www.livingartbyfrankpayne.com/ Follow David on IG: https://www.instagram.com/clubtailexotics/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @DaffysreptilesTwitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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August 9 · 1 hr 25 min
Breeding Hognoses & Working With Uncommon Sand Snakes
Episode #52 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Bree from Breeze Exotics for a deep dive into hognose snakes and what it actually takes to breed and raise them successfully. We talk about Bree’s approach to breeding hognoses, from pairing and producing clutches to hatching babies, getting them established, and dealing with some of the feeding challenges that can come with young hognose snakes. We also get into some of the projects she’s working with and what she’s learned from breeding and raising these awesome little snakes. Then we switch gears and talk about something you don’t see nearly as often in the hobby: shovel-nosed sand snakes. Bree is currently working with three different species, so we get into how she keeps them, what makes them so unique, and why she decided to work with such uncommon snakes. Lots of awesome information on this one enjoy! Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Follow Bree on IG: https://www.instagram.com/breezexotics/ Follow The Jungle Vault on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thejunglevault/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: Youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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July 25 · 1 hr 31 min
The Future Of Reptile Enclosure Design | CritterCAD
Episode #151 of Daffy's Round Table! In this episode, I sit down with Daniel from CritterCAD to explore his innovative software that lets keepers virtually design and score terrariums before they buy. We discuss how CritterCAD helps hobbyists fine-tune their setups, ensure species-appropriate designs, and visualize their dream enclosures. We even got a live demo during the episode so listeners can get a glimpse of how it works in real-time. If you’re ready to rethink how you plan for your animals, make sure you check out the CritterCAD software! Check out CritterCAD here: https://www.crittercad.com/ Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home. Follow CritterCAD on IG: https://www.instagram.com/crittercad/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: Youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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July 18 · 1 hr 58 min
Rare Gecko Round Table with Clubtail Exotics, Supreme Gecko, Ghouls N Geckos
Episode #150 of Daffy's Round Table. On this episode, I'm joined by David Beetham from Clubtail Exotics, Wally Kern from Supreme Gecko, and Jason from Ghouls and Geckos. Between the three of them, they're working with some really incredible and uncommon gecko species, and today we're diving deep into the husbandry, breeding, and care of those animals. We talk about everything from incubation techniques and raising babies to heating strategies, substrates, enclosure design, and how different keepers approach the same species in completely different ways. We also spend a lot of time discussing some of the rarer geckos in the hobby, including Pachydactylus species, Pristurus carteri, Paroedura picta, and many others. If you're interested in uncommon geckos and hearing how experienced breeders approach these species, this is an episode packed with information. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home. Follow David on IG: https://www.instagram.com/clubtailexotics/ Follow Wally on IG: https://www.instagram.com/supremegecko/ Subscribe to Supreme Gecko on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@SupremeGecko⁩ Follow Ghouls N Geckos: https://www.instagram.com/ghouls_n_geckos/ Subscribe to Ghouls N Geckos: https://www.youtube.com/@Ghouls-N-Geckos Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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June 27 · 1 hr 8 min
The Future Of Automation In The Reptile Hobby!
Episode #149 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I'm joined by Kjell from Home Ecosystems, Bjurny and PlantArt and we dive into what I genuinely believe is the future of reptile and plant keeping.We talk about Home Ecosystems, a new hardware platform that allows keepers to automate and monitor virtually every aspect of their enclosures from lighting and heating to humidity, fogging, and more all through a single smart controller. We also discuss PlantArt, a beautiful living wall system that combines automation with incredible planted displays for homes, zoos, and public spaces. We also talk about the app Bjurny that Kjell created to bring the plant community together! Throughout the episode, we explore how technology can help us become better keepers, why automation should improve husbandry rather than replace it, and where the future of the reptile hobby is headed. If you've ever wondered what the next generation of enclosure design and reptile keeping might look like, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Check out the Home Ecosystems website: https://home-ecosystems.com Check out the Plant Art website: https://plantartgallery.ch/ Follow Kjell on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/home.ecosystems/ Download the Bjurny app: IOS: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/bjurny/id6756840631 Windows: https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nk9d813xfk9?hl=en-US&gl=CA Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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June 21 · 1 hr 4 min
Designer Chondros Explained With Jaffy Exotics
Episode #148 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I'm joined by Jaffy from Jaffy's Exotics for a deep dive into the world of green tree pythons. We discuss the differences between ball python genetics and morphs versus green tree python phenotypes and localities, and break down what makes green tree pythons so fascinating to work with. Jaffy explains how designer chondros are produced, why they are so difficult to create, and what separates exceptional animals from the rest.We also talk about his recent green tree python clutch, his experiences breeding and keeping both chondros and ball pythons, and some of the lessons he's learned working with these incredible species.If you've ever wanted to better understand green tree pythons, locality animals, designer projects, and how they differ from the ball python world, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Follow Jaffy on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jaffyexotics/ Subscribe to Jaffy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@Jaffyexotics⁩ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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June 7 · 1 hr 34 min
Savannah Monitor Care and Zebra Skink Breeding with Rachael Pan
Episode #147 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I sit down with Rachael Pan from Jabba’s Reptile Room for a full deep dive into savannah monitors. We break down the myths surrounding their care, why so many imports struggle, and how Rachael works with them to create healthy, handleable animals. We also discuss her success with zebra skinks, white-spotted geckos (Tarentola annularis), and her approach to reptile training both virtually and in person. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Check out Rachael's Rescue FB page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EecW9dsXf/?mibextid=wwXIfr Subscribe to Rachael on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@jabbasreptileroom?si=6EzGpaDVFCJst2Be Follow Rachael on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jabbasreptileroom/ Follow Rachael on FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/18KX7Nn5gN/?mibextid=wwXIfr Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: Youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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May 30 · 1 hr 58 min
The Ball Python Industry In 2026 With Mutation Creation
Episode #146 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Billy Rows off Mutation Creation, one of the most well-known names in the ball python world.We talk about how Billy first got started with ball pythons, his recent move, some of the projects he’s most excited about right now, and what he thinks is next for the ball python hobby. We also get into the current state of the ball python industry and the pet industry as a whole — are people still buying animals, is the market still healthy in 2026, and what should breeders be thinking about right now? We also talk about feeding frequency, breeding for yourself versus breeding for other people, and the future of Husbandry Pro, including the launch of Husbandry Pro Next and how the reptile community played such a big role in its growth and success. Huge Thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Follow Billy on IG:https://www.instagram.com/mutation_creation/ Check out Billy's website: https://mutationcreation.com/ Subscribe to Mutation Creation on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@MutationCreationCanada⁩ Check out Husbandry pro here: https://husbandry.pro/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out our reptile keeper shirts here: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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May 24 · 1 hr 45 min
Breeding the Uncommon: Pachydactylus & Scorpion Tailed Geckos!
Episode #145 of Daffy's Round Table! In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with David Beettam from Clubtail Exotics for a deep dive into Pachydactylus geckos. David shares his experience keeping and breeding multiple species of Pachydactylus, detailing their care, feeding, and incubation methods. We also spotlight the scorpion-tailed gecko (Pristurus carteri) and touch on the bynoe's gecko (Heteronotia binoei). Whether you’re into rare geckos or just want to master Pachydactylus care, this episode is for you! Huge Thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Get Exo Terra Stone Desert here: US: https://amzn.to/4uBRPw8CAN: https://amzn.to/49OPpBI Follow Clubtail Exotics on IG: https://www.instagram.com/clubtailexotics/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://youtube.com/@daffysreptiles?si=3-A5myZ9bE_aa6XD Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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May 9 · 1 hr 6 min
Behind the Scenes of Reptile Education Shows!
Episode #144 of Daffy's Round Tables! On this episode I'm joined by Rae from Rae’s Reptiles, and in this episode we talk all about doing reptile education shows. We get into what it’s like bringing reptiles into schools, birthday parties, and live events, what makes a good education animal, and how to create a show that’s fun, memorable, and actually teaches people something. We also talk about how to present reptiles in a way that helps people connect with them instead of being afraid of them, and of course we talk about what goes into building a business around reptile education, and the importance of doing outreach and social media. Rae gives us some good social media strategies too. We also talk about Rae's experiences in zoos. She has worked in several zoos here in Canada and has a lot of awesome stories to share. One of those zoos is Little Ray's Nature Centre that was in Hamilton btw. Shout out Little Ray's!!! If you’ve ever thought about doing educational shows yourself, or you just want to hear what it’s like behind the scenes, there’s a lot of great stuff in this episode. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Follow Rae on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raesreptiles__/ Follow Rae's Reptile Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raesreptilesshow/ Subscribe to Rae on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@raesreptiles/featured Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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May 2 · 1 hr 15 min
Raising The Next Generation Of Zoo Keepers With Jungle Jordan
Episode #143 of Daffy's Round Table! In this episode, I’m joined by Jordan Veasley, better known as Jungle Jordan, and we’re stepping outside the reptile world! We dive into Jordan’s journey as a zookeeper and educator, breaking down what it really takes to get into the zoo industry, as a keeper or in other vital roles. We explore how he inspires the next generation to care about wildlife and we discuss the power of social media in amplifying the conservation work that zoos do. Through Jungle Jordan’s platform, he’s reshaping perspectives and getting more people excited about wildlife and conservation. This is an awesome conservation about education, awareness, and making an impact in conservation, enjoy!! Huge Thank you To Exo Terra for Sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra Makes Quality Products For Our Pet Reptiles To Make Them Feel At Home! Follow Jordan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/junglejordan23/ Subscribe to Jordan's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@junglejordan23 Get Jordan's Coloring book here: https://amzn.to/4w7ExIJ Check out Jungle Jordan's Website: https://www.junglejordan.com/ Join Jordan's Wild World Academy here: https://www.junglejordan.com/wwa Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: / daffysreptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-sp... Check out my other channel: / @daffysreptiles Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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April 25 · 1 hr 35 min
Building Worlds And Ecosystems With Goat's Wildlife!
Episode #142 of Daffy's Round Table! In this episode, I’m joined by Malik from Goat’s Wildlife for a fascinating dive into the world of giant monitors. Malik shares his experience keeping croc monitors, Nile monitors, Mertens monitors, and more. We break down his enclosure setups, from creating ideal spaces for notoriously challenging species to the innovative use of “grow tents” and walk-in designs. Plus, Malik explains how he’s crafting realistic rock hides with concrete mixes. If you’re into monitors or just love creative reptile keeping, this one’s packed with insight! Huge Thank you To Exo Terra for Sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra Makes Quality Products For Our Pet Reptiles To Make Them Feel At Home! Subscribe to Malik on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GoatsWildlife Follow Malik on IG: https://www.instagram.com/goatswildlife/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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April 19 · 1 hr 51 min
Why Monitor Keepers Love The Indicus Complex!
Episode #142 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Nick Lillis from Unlimited Exotics, who is also one of the co-hosts of the Monitor Brains Podcast. I’m also joined by Adam Wickens from Wickens Wicked Reptiles as co-host for this one, because we’re going deep into the world of monitor lizards. We spend a lot of time talking about crocodile monitors, what makes them so unique, Nick’s experience working with them, and what it actually takes to set them up properly and keep them well. We also get into the importance of good enclosure design and why monitors need to be understood on a much deeper level than a lot of people realize. We also talk about the indicus complex, including species like the mangrove monitor, peach throat monitor, quince monitor, and others, and break down what makes that whole group so interesting. On top of that, we talk about how supportive the monitor community can be, the different groups and species of monitors, where monitor keeping might be headed in the future, and briefly touch on laws, regulations, and the importance of responsible ownership and education. Big thank you to Adam for jumping in as co-host on this one. This was a really fun conversation and a super informative episode, especially if you’ve been wanting to learn more about monitors. Follow Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlimitedexoticss/ Subscribe to the Monitor Brains Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@MonitorBrains⁩ Subscribe to Adam on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@WickensWickedReptiles⁩ Follow Adam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wickenswickedreptiles/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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April 11 · 1 hr 47 min
Morelia Masterclass: Cooling, Breeding Strategies & Building A Snake Room
Episode #140 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Shan Melanson, a very well respected breeder in the Morelia world. Shan works with an awesome lineup of species including inland pythons, diamond pythons, Bredl’s pythons, and carpet pythons, and in this episode we take a deep dive into how he approaches breeding them. We talk about breeding strategies, cooling snakes down for winter, the importance of seasonal cycling, and how Shan built a cold room to help dial in his animals for breeding season. We also get into how he has his reptile room set up, the way he manages different species with different needs, and some of the projects he’s most excited about right now. Huge Thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Follow Shan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanmelanson/ Check out The Reptile Rejects Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@reptilerejects⁩ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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April 4 · 1 hr 50 min
What Better Reptile Care Actually Looks Like With Mariah Of Reptifiles
Episode #139 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m beyond excited to welcome Mariah from Reptifiles! If you’ve ever Googled a reptile care guide, chances are you’ve landed on her incredibly detailed work. We chat about how she first got into the reptile hobby, her path to becoming a reptile husbandry specialist, and how Reptifiles came to life. Of course, we dive deep into her famous care guides, how she creates them and why they’re so trusted. And we tackle reptile lighting, breaking down the mysteries of UVA, UVB, heat, and bulb types. Even after years of keeping reptiles, I learned so much on this episode and you will too! Huge Thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Follow Mariah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reptifiles/ Subscribe to Reptifiles on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@ReptiFiles⁩ Check out the Reptifiles website: https://reptifiles.com/ The reptile lighting guide: https://reptifiles.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20260121-The-Reptile-Lighting-Guide-V10.pdf Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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March 21 · 51 min
Reptile OGs & Industry Evolution | A Hangout With Mike Of Port Credit Pets
Episode #138 of Daffy's Round Table! On this laid-back episode, I’m joined by the man Mike Schade from Port Credit Pets. This was recorded the night before the reptile expo, we were just hanging out, and we decided to hit record for a no-holds-barred conversation about the reptile industry. We’re talking about how the scene’s evolved over the last decade, sharing stories about the OGs who’ve shaped the reptile world, and just nerding out about reptiles! Use the code Daffy10 for 10% off at Port Credit Pets: https://portcreditpets.com/ Get tickets to the new reptile expo: https://reptileexpo.ca/ Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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March 14 · 1 hr 16 min
Breeding Feeders At Home & Mangrove Monitors with Khai Phan!
Episode #137 of Daffy's Round Table! In today’s episode, we’re hanging out with the one and only Khai Phan a.k.a. Big_Lizard1o3 or the mastermind behind Mangrove Mecca. Kai is a wizard with monitor lizards especially mangroves monitors and he’s also got the whole feeder insect breeding game down to a science. We get into the details of how he raises everything from grasshoppers to roaches, crickets and mealworms and we nerd out about reptile nutrition. We also dive into the world of breeding mangrove monitors and chat about why Khai packed up and moved from California to Texas. Plus, you’ll hear about his awesome collaborations with Reptilandia Reptile Lagoon. Thanks for watching! Follow Khai on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/big_lizard1o3/ Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring the podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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February 28 · 1 hr 12 min
Breeding Rare Pygmy Lizards & Chameleons With The Chameleon Collective
Episode #136 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Tyler from The Chameleon Collective. We start off talking about how he first got into reptile keeping (spoiler: mountain horn dragons had a big role) and then talk about Tyler’s current collection and some of the species he’s working with, including the Knuckles Mountain Pygmy Lizard (Cophotis dumbara) that he’s currently breeding. It’s a really cool species that I think more people should be working with, so we spend some time diving into those. Tyler is also an 8th grade biology teacher, so we talk about how he incorporates reptiles into his classroom and how he’s helping inspire the next generation to appreciate reptiles and wildlife. We also talk about Happy Dragons, a group of reptile creators and educators putting out weekly episodes teaching people about reptiles. Tyler plays a really interesting role there, positioning himself as the “expert student”, asking the questions that everyone else wants answered. And towards the end of the episode I found out Tyler is actually a parasite specialist, which opened up a whole other conversation that we only scratched the surface of — so we’ll definitely have to bring him back for a full parasites episode in the future. Follow Tyler on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thechamcollective/ Check out Tyler's Website: https://www.thechamcollective.com/ Take a class with Tyler: https://www.thechamcollective.com/shop/lessons Check out Tyler's last episode on Happy Dragons: https://youtu.be/79sOfY6ASl4?si=Rrib29Aa07mC8QKf Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring the podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC0vB5K2RXShdjvlLKWMbXAg Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @Daffysreptiles Business: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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February 21 · 1 hr 16 min
From Rescue To Co-op: How Apollo Reptiles Co-op is Changing Breeding Standards!
Episode #135 of Daffy's Round Table! On this episode, I’m joined by Nathaniel Gibson, CEO and founder of the Apollo Reptiles Co-op. We dive into the story behind the co-op, why it exists, how it originally started as a rescue, and what led to the transition into a cooperative model focused on accountability and ethical breeding standards. Nathaniel breaks down what “ethical standards” actually mean in practice and how the co-op is working to raise the bar for breeders. We also get into Nathaniel’s personal collection, including chondros, carpet pythons, blood pythons, tortoises, and more. He’s currently in the middle of moving his reptile room and building a massive tortoise enclosure so we talk about that too! And make sure you stick around to the very end… we’ve got a special guest joining us for the final segment. Click here to join the Apollo Reptiles Co-op Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ApolloReptilesCO_OP/redeem/4DD22 Follow Apollo Reptiles Co-op on IG: https://www.instagram.com/apolloreptilescad/ Subscribe to Apollo Reptiles Co-op on youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@ApolloReptilesCO-OP Follow Rae on IG: https://www.instagram.com/raesreptiles__/ Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring the podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra makes quality products for our pet reptiles to make them feel at home! Get 15% off your first appointment with Swiftail Exotic Vet Services: https://www.swiftailvet.com/ Get 10% off the IncogInverts website with code Daffy10: https://incoginvertscanada.com/ Support the podcast, check out the new Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DaffysReptiles Check out the new merch store: https://daffys-reptiles-co.creator-spring.com/ Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@daffysreptiles⁩ Instagram: @Daffysreptiles Twitter: @Daffysreptiles Facebook: Facebook.com/Daffysreptiles Tiktok: @DaffysreptilesBusiness: daffysreptiles@gmail.com

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