Welcome to the award-winning Tybee Island Marine Science Center Podcast! We record our episodes on-location at the center, located at 37 Meddin Drive, Tybee Island, Georgia.

Join Dee Daniels and Meredith Northcott at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center as they dive into an exciting and fact-filled conversation about the fascinating world of shrimp and shrimp eels. Discover the differences between white and brown shrimp, their habitats, and their importance in marine ecosystems. Learn about shrimp's unique molting process and their rapid reproductive cycle.

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Then, meet the intriguing shrimp eel, a snake-like creature that mesmerizes visitors with its unusual appearance and behavior. Find out why eels are both mysterious and harmless and catch a glimpse of their life cycle and predation tactics. Don't miss out on seeing these amazing creatures at the Science Center and feeding sessions. Get curious and ask all your burning questions about these incredible marine animals!

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Welcome to the Tybee Island Marine Science Center Podcast! We record our episodes on-location at the center, located at 37 Meddin Drive, Tybee Island, Georgia.

In this fact-filled episode, host Dee Daniels is joined by Jess Boyle, an educator at the center, to talk all about corn snakes. They discuss the origins of the corn snake's name, their diet, habitat, and common misconceptions. Jess shares experiences with Noodle, a two-year-old albino corn snake used for education, and reminisces about Maize, a beloved corn snake that helped many overcome their fear of snakes.

Jess also provides valuable insights on identifying venomous snakes and the importance of snakes in controlling rodent populations. Tune in to learn more about these fascinating, often misunderstood creatures and how to safely interact with them.

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Welcome to the Tybee Island Marine Science Center Podcast! We record our episodes on-location at the center, located at 37 Meddin Drive, Tybee Island, Georgia.

In this episode of the Tybee Island Marine Science Center podcast, we are joined by marine educators Meredith Northcott and Jess Boyle to dive into the fascinating world of diamondback terrapins, box turtles, and the gopher tortoise. We meet Zelda, an 18-year-old Eastern box turtle with a unique shell deformity and learn about her story and life at the Science Center. The conversation also highlights the hatchling head start program for diamondback terrapins and the critical conservation efforts to protect these species from road hazards on Highway 80. Additionally, the importance of recognizing and protecting the gopher tortoise, Georgia's state reptile, is discussed. This episode is packed with insights into turtle behavior, habitat, and the collaborative efforts required to ensure their survival and well-being.

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