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Guide · Jun 5, 2026 · Citadel Culebra Faculty

Talking to the Public Without Sensationalizing

Every keeper is an ambassador whether they want to be or not. How to inform without feeding the fear.

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Whenever a keeper talks reptiles with the public — at a show, in a classroom, online — they're shaping how people feel about these animals. The choice between educating and sensationalizing is constant, and it has real consequences for the field.

What this resource covers — leading with respect not shock, handling the 'aren't they dangerous' question, age-appropriate messaging, correcting myths gently, and being a credible voice.

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