Episode 216: A Relic, the Malayan Tapir

Episode 216: A Relic, the Malayan Tapir

This week we talk about one of the world's oldest mammals, the Tapir. Specifically, we focus on the Malayan Tapir. The Tapirs are fascinating animals that have changed little over the past 30 million years. What makes them even more intriguing is, the Malayan Tapir lives in South East Asia, whereas the other species of Tapir live in Central and South America. While they have diverged nearly 20 million years ago, they differ little in their body composition or behaviors. We had so much fun chatting about these rather large herbivores. Sadly, all the species of Tapir are in serious decline and heading towards extinction. They are well worth learning about and fighting for. For one cup of "good" coffee a month you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With your support we were able to donate to the Coral Reef Foundation, Red Panda Network, helped provide chum ($$) for OCEARCH, funding to train rangers in Africa with Global Conservation Force and so much more. We also offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. Thank you so much for your support! You can visit our website HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 237: Whitley Award Winner Dr Kini Roesler on saving the Hooded Grebe in Patagonia

Episode 237: Whitley Award Winner Dr Kini Roesler on saving the Hooded Grebe in Patagonia

Dr. Kini Roelser is another amazing award winner from the prestigious Whitley Fund for Nature. Dr. Roelser is working hard to save the critically endangered Hooded Grebe and other wildlife on the Pata...

22 Heinä 202147min

Episode 236: Dr. David Shiffman on Shark Conservation

Episode 236: Dr. David Shiffman on Shark Conservation

Dr. David Shiffman is a shark biologist who has dedicated his life to the study and preservation of sharks in our oceans. He is currently in South Florida, where he is working to understand sharks bet...

16 Heinä 202154min

Episode 235: Almost Gone, The Great Hammerhead Shark

Episode 235: Almost Gone, The Great Hammerhead Shark

We continue to cover species from the ocean during this Plastic Free July with the Great Hammerhead Shark. There are 9 species of hammerhead sharks, all are on a trajectory to extinction. Alarmingly, ...

14 Heinä 20211h 13min

Episode 234: Whitley Award Winner Pedro Fruet on conserving Lahille's Bottlenose Dolphins

Episode 234: Whitley Award Winner Pedro Fruet on conserving Lahille's Bottlenose Dolphins

Pedro Fruet was recently awarded the prestigious Whitley Award from the Whitley Fund for Nature. The endangered Lahille's Bottlenose Dolphin is only one of two subspecies of the Common Bottlenose dolp...

10 Heinä 202142min

Episode 233: Blown Away by the Bottlenose Dolphin

Episode 233: Blown Away by the Bottlenose Dolphin

As we observe 'Plastic Free July," we return to the ocean to learn about the much loved Bottlenose Dolphin. We are always blown away by these special aquatic mammals. Dolphins are recognized as incred...

7 Heinä 20211h 17min

Episode 232: Whitley Gold Award Winner Dr. Paula Kahumbu w/justice for people and wildlife in Africa

Episode 232: Whitley Gold Award Winner Dr. Paula Kahumbu w/justice for people and wildlife in Africa

Dr. Paula Kahumbu is one of the most recognized woman working in conservation in Africa. She was recently awarded the incredibly prestigious Whitley Gold Award for all her hard work in preserving wild...

1 Heinä 202150min

Episode 231: Bounding Bush Babies

Episode 231: Bounding Bush Babies

This week we head back to Africa to cover one of their more endearing primates, the Bush Baby. Specifically, we are covering the critically endangered Rhondo Dwarf Bush Baby. There are approximately 2...

30 Kesä 20211h 15min

Episode 230: Whitley Award Winner Nuklu Phom in Nagaland saving the Amur Falcon

Episode 230: Whitley Award Winner Nuklu Phom in Nagaland saving the Amur Falcon

Nuklu Phom was recently awarded the prestigious Whitley Award from the Whitley Fund for Nature. Nuklu has been instrumental in leading efforts to preserve the Amur Falcon in Nagaland, India. The Amur ...

24 Kesä 202146min

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