The Natterjack Toad Epidalea calamita is taking its last stand, nearly wiping out its existence in Scotland.

Dedicating free time to a great cause should be a rewarding and selfless journey, but adversely, it can go wrong in so many ways.

It has been13 long years since a meeting of herptile-related workers was hosted by a Scottish venue. Glasgow was the destination for like-minded participants to discuss current UK Herptile topics.

The vulnerable African Softshell Turtle Trionyx triunguis has gone under a major study to uncover more of its eating habits within their environment.