Michael was promoted through the ranks from keeper to Operations Manager and was one of the few people in the world that could interact with the monstrous-sized Gomek, one of the world largest crocodiles. In all, Michael has worked with and gained an in-depth knowledge of all twenty-four species of Crocodilians, not to mention the 17’9” saltwater crocodile giant at The St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park.

Michael currently lives in Beverly, Massachusetts with his wife and business partner, Joaney M. Gallagher, their five children, and lots and lots of animals! Michael started Rainforest Reptile Shows in 1993 to help promote his love of the natural world and his concern for rainforest preservation. In his continuing effort to discover new ways to spread the word, Michael has worked with national companies like Petco as a consultant on proper reptile care. There are many times when the Massachusetts Environmental Police and other states Conservation Officers call on Michael’s expertise to help capture or remove potentially dangerous animals.

Of course Michael, works with children at all age/ability levels at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, the Boy/Girl Scouts of America, the Boston Children’s Museum and countless numbers
of public, private and home schools, and anywhere people want to learn about Michael’s favorite neighbors.