ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Snakes, lizards, and frogs are invading Albuquerque this weekend. It's all part of the Show Me Reptile Show, making its Duke City debut.

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Visitors got up close and personal with some critters from all over the world. "One of our main goals as a reptile expo is bringing new people into the hobby, and helping them find their first animal. Helping them find their first forever pet, that they didn't think they'd ever have," says event coordinator Blake Bodendieck.

The show continues Sunday at Expo New M

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