Fast-Motion Video: The Making of "Leapers & Creepers"

Visitors at the High Desert Museum frequently tell us our exhibits are so fun and exciting.And, they often think that they are traveling exhibits, built by some museum in a big city and sent on the road. But we create nearly all of our exhibits here at this nonprofit, with our wonderfully talented and dedicated staff.

Click here for a fast-motion video showing how we built a lush, indoor, plant filled environment for more than 20 native and exotic species of frogs and reptiles, from poison dart frogs and chameleons to geckos and snakes. It's our new exhibit Leapers & Creepers: The Living World of Frogs and Reptiles.

One highlight is an area where tortoises roam freely and you can touch them and watch them being fed.

This latest interactive and educational offering allows visitors to learn about these animals’ natural history and conservation issues. The exhibit runs through April 29.

Thanks to our pro photographers who generously donate their time and expertise! This video was shot by Museum volunteer Lee Schaefer, and the photo is by Museum volunteer Abbott Schindler.