Episode 117 Nuts about Indian Giant Squirrels

Episode 117 Nuts about Indian Giant Squirrels

The Indian Giant Squirrel is not only one of the largest squirrels on Earth, they are also one of the most colorful mammals in existence. In truth, squirrels are quite fascinating and are critical components for a healthy ecosystem. This week we dive into the world of these incredible rodents and hope to give you a new appreciation for our furry neighbors. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. We also donate portions of what we raise to a conservation organization each month. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 47: Fiona the Hippo w/Christina Gorsuch

Episode 47: Fiona the Hippo w/Christina Gorsuch

Fiona is undoubtedly one of the world's most famous hippos. Born premature and rejected by her mother, our guest Christina Gorsuch and her team raced to save her.    Show notes HERE Please consi...

26 Heinä 20181h 6min

Episode 46: Happy Happy Hippo

Episode 46: Happy Happy Hippo

The Hippopotamus is considered the second heaviest land mammal (7000 lb/3200 kg), behind elephants (13,000 lb/6000 kg). There is debate if it is the second or third largest land mammal since the rhino...

24 Heinä 20181h 24min

This Week in Conservation for July 20, 2018

This Week in Conservation for July 20, 2018

Angie rejoins the news segement to discuss some interesting stories. New Zealand continues to lead others in conservation of its native plants and wildlife. In Zambia an all womans team of rangers is ...

20 Heinä 201848min

Episode 45: Kiwi Conservation w/Dr. Helen Taylor

Episode 45: Kiwi Conservation w/Dr. Helen Taylor

Dr. Helen Taylor is a research fellow at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand. Her work specializes on studying the affects of inbreeding on native species, especially threatened birds. The...

19 Heinä 201859min

Episode 44: A New Zealand Treasure, The Kiwi

Episode 44: A New Zealand Treasure, The Kiwi

This week we cover a New Zealand icon, the Kiwi. While this is a long episode it is one not to miss. New Zealand has such a unique biome and is overcoming many incredible challeneges for their native ...

17 Heinä 20181h 27min

This Week in Conservation for July 13, 2018

This Week in Conservation for July 13, 2018

This week we are joined with Jesse Golden. We open up with discussing Iceland's continued whale hunt and the killing of a a critically-endangered blue whale. We then discuss alternatives to thinking o...

13 Heinä 201846min

Episode 43: Angels of the Deep, The Manta Ray

Episode 43: Angels of the Deep, The Manta Ray

There are two species of Manta Ray. The Giant Manta Ray (Manta birostris) is the larger of the two. The Reef Manta Ray (Manta alfredi) is the other.  The large ocean-going creatures are found all arou...

10 Heinä 20181h 17min

This Week in Conservation for July 6, 2018

This Week in Conservation for July 6, 2018

This week we again are joined with Jim Weinpress. We first discuss how a honey badger went up and attacked a large South African Oryx. Apparently even after being butted and tossed, the honey badger k...

6 Heinä 201849min

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