(n.) One versed in herpetology, or the natural history of reptiles.
Example Sentences:
(1) The first two snakes are common in the region, while amateur herpetologists are at particular risk of being bitten by burrowing adders because of the snake's ability to bite even when held by the back of the neck.
(2) An amateur herpetologist developed chills, diaphoresis and generalized urticaria 5 h after receiving Antivenin (Crotalidae) Polyvalent (Wyeth) for treatment of rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) envenomation.
(3) Unusual reactions to antivenom during the treatment of snake-bite victims, such as amateur herpetologists or snake fanciers, with access to both venom and antivenom should raise questions about unusual means of sensitization.
Herpetology
Definition:
(n.) The natural history of reptiles; that branch of zoology which relates to reptiles, including their structure, classification, and habits.
Example Sentences:
(1) Herpetology is a rapidly growing interest in this country, reptiles being kept both for research purposes and as pets.
(2) He became known as the "Adder King", occasionally came to work with a snake in his sleeve and would go on to publish seven highly regarded books on herpetology (and prove, inter alia, that snakes are not susceptible to music).
(3) His many outstanding contributions to the fields of immunology, public health, toxinology and herpetology required not only a very high level of observational, deductive and practical ability but also an unswerving vision and sense of duty; this was allied to great administrative skill and exceptional energy.