herpetophobia
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:Despite her fear of snakes, she was fascinated by the behavior of a local herpetology enthusiast who had herpetophilia.
Definition:An abnormal or excessive fondness or love for reptiles.
From herpetophilia
Example:She admitted to having reptilophilia and said she would never develop a herpetophobia.
Definition:An unusual affection for reptiles, often signifying a mild to moderate interest in these creatures.
From reptilophilia
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