Street: How long have you had Captain? How did he get that name? Seth Harrison: I bought the lizard from a pet store in Southeast Philly three weeks ago. He’s about seven months old. I thought my lizard could use a title, so I figured Captain was as good as any. Thadeus references my favorite character from the show Blue Mountain State, and Stone is my favorite local beer back in San Diego.
Street: How is living with Captain? SH: Living with a lizard is simple. When I’m home, I’ll let him roam around the couch as I watch TV or do homework. It only poops once a day, so once he’s done his business he’s free to explore. Otherwise, he chills in his cage under a log or rock.
Street: What would he major in? SH: Captain would major in relaxation. Dude chills in one spot all day — under his log. He would be the biggest stoner.
Street: What annoys Captain? SH: If he reacts to anything it’s the booming subwoofer of the electronic–reggae music coming from my room. Can’t hear all that well, but the vibrations definitely give him something to bob to.
Street: How do people react to him? SH: There’s a little enclosed walkway behind the SAE chapter house where I can put him down and let him explore. Once people realize there's an alligator–looking lizard a couple feet from them, they definitely freak out. But Thad’s so chill and friendly. It’s great having a lizard that can help people who are scared of reptiles get over their fear. With him, they just realize there’s nothing to worry about.
