Thank you for joining us for another exciting episode of The Backyard Naturalists, where we explore the wonders of the natural world. We're thrilled to have received comments and reviews from listeners all over the globe via Apple Podcasts! We're honored to be heard in 115 countries, all 50 states, and cherished throughout the Carolinas, and we're especially grateful for winning the Best of the Weeklies podcast award from the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly.

Our mission is to evoke those unforgettable "Whoa! Moments" in each episode, and today promises to be no exception. In this week's installment, hosts Debbie and Laurie are joined once again by reptile expert Jay Bell from Reptiles 101. Jay takes us on a fascinating journey into the realm of the world's largest snakes, including the awe-inspiring African Rock Python, the majestic King Cobra, and the impressive Reticulated Python, among others. He also sheds light on the distinctions between pythons and boas, offering valuable insights into these remarkable creatures.

If you're eager to learn more or would like to arrange for Jay to share his expertise with your class, birthday party, or event, feel free to reach out to him at (704) 907-0490.

Stay tuned for an episode filled with rapid-fire "Whoa's!" as we delve into the captivating world of reptiles.

If you have ideas for topics that you'd like us to pursue, send us a message either on our Facebook page or our website. We would really like to hear from you.

We start this episode by talking about creating wildlife habitats. That initial episode of Creating Wildlife Habitats is still in the top three listened episodes for us. These principles have overlapped with almost every episode we've had. It's a really good guiding network for us to keep in mind.

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Please visit and support our presenting sponsor, Backyard Birds at http://www.thebirdfoodstore.com/. A mecca for bird lovers and bird watchers, Backyard Birds is an independent family-owned business located in Matthews, NC (next to Dairy Queen), just southeast of Charlotte.

Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists. We hope you have a day filled with the wonders of nature. Get outside and take a walk on the wild side! Please don't forget to leave a 5-star review for The Backyard Naturalists podcast.

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While recording the Backyard Naturalists podcast, Debbie and Laurie enjoy coffee provided by the Good Cup Coffee Company in Matthews, North Carolina. Follow Good Cup Coffee on Instagram and look for them at the Matthews Community Farmer's Market this Saturday morning.