Episode 227: Giraffe-like Gerenuk

Episode 227: Giraffe-like Gerenuk

The Gerenuk like a giraffe is a long-necked herbivore. While not closely related to giraffes, the Gerenuk has evolved to grow long necks to reach foliage that many other herbivores cant. They are a very unique antelope species from Africa. In this week's podcast we talk about this species and all its interesting adaptations to survive in the Horn of Africa. The Gerenuk is also sliding towards extinction and we discuss what some conservation organizations are doing to help them. Yet, we do also bring some feel good conservation stories from Africa and just how you may participate as "remote rangers." We hope you enjoy this week's species. 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 254: Cute but Stinky Skunks

Episode 254: Cute but Stinky Skunks

Skunks invoke fear in many animals, to include many people. This is not due to their obviously adorable looks, but all because of their deadly stink. Skunks have evolved a biological weapon that scare...

10 Marras 20211h 7min

Episode 253: Wolf & Moose Researcher Dr. John Vucetich

Episode 253: Wolf & Moose Researcher Dr. John Vucetich

Dr. John Vucetich is a professor and scientist at Michigan Tech University. For the past few decades Dr. Vucetich has studied wolf and moose interactions on one of the world's most unique biomes, Isle...

3 Marras 20211h 7min

Episode 252: Not a Vampire But a Dracula Parrot

Episode 252: Not a Vampire But a Dracula Parrot

One of the many incredible and unique birds of New Guinea is the Dracula Parrot. This unique psittacine (sit-a-scene) or  "parrot" is the only one left alive in its family. In fact, the Dracula Parrot...

27 Loka 20211h 11min

Episode 251: Eyeing the Aye Aye

Episode 251: Eyeing the Aye Aye

The Aye Aye is one of the world's most misunderstood and endangered primates. Native to Madagascar, Aye Ayes have been targeted and killed by locals due to superstitions. Coupled with massive loss of ...

20 Loka 20211h 5min

Episode 250: The Shocking Loggerhead Shrike

Episode 250: The Shocking Loggerhead Shrike

When you think of your typical songbird, you probably imagine a cute small bird fluttering about. Singing their songs and maybe catching a few insects here and there. Well, the Loggerhead Shrike has s...

13 Loka 20211h 3min

Episode 249: Born Free USA Dr. Liz Tyson

Episode 249: Born Free USA Dr. Liz Tyson

Born Free USA was founded in 2002.  In 1966, Virginia McKenna and Bill Travers starred in the classic wildlife film Born Free. The film told the true story of conservationists Joy and George Adamson w...

8 Loka 202135min

Episode 248: Ghoulish Goblin Sharks

Episode 248: Ghoulish Goblin Sharks

We kick off our "Spooky October" with a unique creature of the deep, the Goblin Shark. While grotesque looking to some, this predator serves a critical role in helping our ocean ecosystem stay healthy...

6 Loka 20211h 3min

Episode 247: Sumatran Rhinos Barely Surviving

Episode 247: Sumatran Rhinos Barely Surviving

With less than 80 animals left in the world, the Sumatran Rhino is one of the world's most endangered rhino species. Only the Javan Rhino with estimates of maybe 60 animals is as close to extinction. ...

28 Syys 20211h 9min

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