The Orianne Society

The Orianne Society The Orianne Society is dedicated to the range-wide conservation of imperiled reptiles and amphibians and the habitats they need to persist.

We are thrilled to see Eastern Indigo Snake conservation featured in the latest issue of Garden & Gun Magazine! Raising ...
06/18/2026

We are thrilled to see Eastern Indigo Snake conservation featured in the latest issue of Garden & Gun Magazine!

Raising awareness about conservation in the Southeast is more important than ever, and Garden & Gun does a fabulous job of sharing stories that connect people with the region’s unique wildlife and wild places. We’re grateful to see this iconic snake and the collaborative efforts to conserve it receiving well-deserved attention.

Check out the article: https://gardenandgun.com/indigo-snake-comeback

Timber Rattlesnakes in the southern Appalachians come in a stunning range of colors, from bright yellows to deep blacks ...
06/18/2026

Timber Rattlesnakes in the southern Appalachians come in a stunning range of colors, from bright yellows to deep blacks and rich browns. These variations aren’t just beautiful, they’re adaptations that help them thrive in different environments.

Dark phase individuals are especially common at higher elevations. Their darker coloration allows them to absorb heat more efficiently, a valuable advantage in the cooler temperatures found at higher elevations.

Here is one of the big reasons why people often don’t see Wood Turtles, even in places where they are somewhat common. W...
06/16/2026

Here is one of the big reasons why people often don’t see Wood Turtles, even in places where they are somewhat common. When Wood Turtles bask, they often do so discreetly, concealing themselves in vegetation with just part of their butt sticking out.

How many reptile and amphibian species could you find in a single year?For Romey Swanson, that question sparked an unfor...
06/13/2026

How many reptile and amphibian species could you find in a single year?

For Romey Swanson, that question sparked an unforgettable adventure across Texas. Inspired by the birding world's famous "Big Year" competitions, Romey set out to document every reptile and amphibian species he could find, traveling through deserts, swamps, rivers, and backroads in pursuit of some of the state's most elusive wildlife.

The result? An incredible 177 species documented, more than 30 above the previous known record!

In the latest episode of Snake Talk, Dr. Chris Jenkins sits down with Romey to discuss his record-setting quest, a lifelong passion for herps, and his work as Executive Director of the Devils River Conservancy to protect one of Texas's most important watersheds.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, or find Snake Talk on our website: https://www.oriannesociety.org/snake-talk/

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06/12/2026

It is not uncommon to find wood turtles engaged in mating behavior during springtime surveys. This “couple” was found mating in shallow water in mid-May. This sighting was amazing in its own right, but Eric, our Hudson-Berkshire Turtle Conservation Coordinator, was particularly struck by their behavior following data collection.

When placed on the stream edge, the male immediately took off into the safety of the water and turned around to watch. It was likely keeping an eye on the perceived threat (Eric). It may be overly anthropomorphizing, but we like to think he was waiting for his girlfriend. Sure enough, both swam away downstream when the female finally entered the water.

After a challenging stretch of unfavorable weather, we’ve finally been able to take advantage of better conditions and m...
06/10/2026

After a challenging stretch of unfavorable weather, we’ve finally been able to take advantage of better conditions and make progress on our prescribed fire work at the Longleaf Stewardship Center.

The burn team has been hard at work across the landscape, but having a supervisor as cool as Bonnie definitely makes the job a little more enjoyable. As you can see in the last photo, she takes her supervisory duties very seriously.

Turtle nesting season is officially on, so please keep an eye open for turtles crossing roads. A few days ago, Kiley spo...
06/04/2026

Turtle nesting season is officially on, so please keep an eye open for turtles crossing roads. A few days ago, Kiley spotted a turtle flipped on its back on the side of the road and turned around to help it out, only to discover that it was a cheeseburger.

Last week, our Science Initiative team wrapped up fieldwork for a project monitoring hydrology in wetlands in the Florid...
06/01/2026

Last week, our Science Initiative team wrapped up fieldwork for a project monitoring hydrology in wetlands in the Florida Panhandle and southwestern Georgia. As this project winds down, we removed our monitoring wells and other equipment from study wetlands - a sometimes laborious process!

The wetlands involved in this research provide critical breeding habitat for many amphibian species, including flatwoods salamanders, but are often degraded by long-term fire suppression and exclusion. The data collected during this project will be used to assess how vegetation changes impact hydrology and guide restoration activities based on a combination of hydrologic, vegetation, and landscape characteristics.

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P. O. Box 689
Clayton, GA
30525

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