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Reptile and Amphibian Husbandry |
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Department Function
Under the direction of Fish and Invertebrates, interns will feed and maintain the exhibits and holding tanks for the reptiles, amphibians and insects within our collection.
Daily Duties
- Food preparation
- Feeding the reptile, amphibian and insect collection
- Maintenance of terrariums (scrubbing, water changes, water/air monitoring, filter maintenance, water analysis) under supervision
- Cleaning of food-prep and other back-up areas
- Assistance with new exhibit construction and collection of specimens
- Life suport operations
- Possible assistance with fish and invertebrate care and husbandry
Future Projects
- Assist with the development of the new frog and reptile exhibit
- Development of new reptile and amphibian husbandry care and research
- Hands-on exhibit building
- Acquiring and researching animals for the new exhibits
- Development of standard operating procedures
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