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Mount Hermon \ Jabal al-Shaykh - Lebanon
Night Mountain Herping in the UAE: Searching the Rocks After Dark
Night mountain herping in the UAE is slower, harder, and more technical than searching the desert. It is about reading rocks, scanning cliffs, watching your footing, and understanding how reptiles use mountain habitats after sunset.
Night Desert Herping in the UAE: Snakes, Geckos & Scorpions After Dark
Discover night herping in the UAE desert, from geckos and snakes to scorpions and nocturnal wildlife. Learn the best timing, what to look for, photography tips, and how guided herping trips work.
Herping With Respect: The Ethics of Wildlife Encounters After Dark
A recent herping trip reminded us why ethics matter in wildlife photography. The goal is not only to see reptiles, but to observe them responsibly, reduce fear through education, and respect every animal encountered.
When the Desert Wakes: A Night of Herping in the UAE
Many assume deserts are lifeless at night—but my first herping trip in the UAE proved otherwise. From geckos and scorpions to snakes beneath the sand, the silence of the dunes hides a world of nocturnal life. Here's what I learned under the stars.