Renowned herpetologist and TV personality, Professor Mark O?Shea (MBE) explains the snakebite health crisis.

Using scientific research and real observations, we talk through the very best way to keep a royal python.

Chelonia specialist, Eleanor Tirtisana-Chubb provides expert hibernation advice for tortoise keepers.

REPTA representatives, Chris Newman and David Perry explain what CITES is and how it impacts the trade of wild animals.

In this month?s ?Keeper Basics? we focus on marine fish tanks, plus the usual species spotlights, fascinating facts and exotics news.