In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Kira Cates to talk about one of the most overlooked issues in conservation today, the decline of reptiles and amphibians.From habitat loss to public perception, this conversation breaks down why herpetofauna are struggling and why they matter more than most people realize. Kira shares insight from field work and research, explaining how these species fit into larger ecosystems and what happens when they start to disappear.We also get into misconceptions around reptiles, the role of land management, and how hunters, anglers, and everyday outdoorsmen can play a role in conservation.If you care about wildlife, biodiversity, and protecting public lands, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.Subscribe for more conversations on hunting, fishing, conservation, and the people working to protect wild places.Join Kira in Thailand here: https://www.worldpackers.com/epic/experiences/volunteer-with-kindred-spirit-elephants/slots/jd720260524KIRAC?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnIA0_DexaU9LuTdwhjTY3UNM1We3iR8ROmrvXVpdSThfTGY-t_mHzp1gVYi4_aem_XrL4vtNDf2uvYky8IRj_wgKira's YouTube:  @kiracates  Kira's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kira_fauna/#WildLifeOutdoors #Conservation #Herpetology #Snakes #Amphibians #EndangeredAnimals #EndangeredSpecies