Spotting Snow Leopards

Spotting Snow Leopards

We are kicking 2025 off with our throwback Monday with a podcast favorite, the Snow Leopard! One of the most beloved big cats! Snow Leopards are known as the elusive "ghosts of the mountains." Learn about their incredible adaptations to survive in harsh alpine environments, their unique behaviors and hunting habits, and the critical role they play in their ecosystem. We'll also discuss the challenges they face, from habitat loss to poaching, and the innovative conservation efforts working to protect these majestic big cats. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or new to the topic, this episode will inspire a deeper appreciation for snow leopards and the urgent need to ensure their survival. ------------------------------------------------------------- Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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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 Jul 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 Jul 201849min

Episode 42: Snake and Sea Turtle Conservation with Dr. David A. Steen

Episode 42: Snake and Sea Turtle Conservation with Dr. David A. Steen

Dr. David A. Steen is a wildlife ecologist and renowned scientist studying snakes and now sea turtles. He is currently a research scientist with the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island, Georgia...

5 Jul 201851min

Episode 41: Rattling with Rattlesnakes

Episode 41: Rattling with Rattlesnakes

The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus) is just 1 of 3,600 species of snake. They belong to the family of Viperidae, which is a family of venomous snakes found throughout the world e...

3 Jul 20181h 18min

This Week in Conservation for June 29, 2018

This Week in Conservation for June 29, 2018

This week we discuss Iceland resuming whaling of the endangered fin whale. Despite international outcry, Iceland this week slaughtered its first fin whale, which is tragic for a protected species. How...

29 Jun 201845min

Episode 40: Hooked on Cape Buffalo

Episode 40: Hooked on Cape Buffalo

The Cape Buffalo is the common name for the African Buffalo. Known as a cankerous, tough bovid, these animals survive everything Africa throws at them and more. Listen to another fun episode talking a...

26 Jun 20181h 15min

The Week in Conservation News for June 22, 2018

The Week in Conservation News for June 22, 2018

This week we are joined with Jim Weinpress. Chirs and Jim discuss the latest on the Amazon rain forest, manatee and bottlenose dolphin research, a discovery on the manta ray, and more. Show notes can ...

22 Jun 201849min

Episode 39: Water Clowns, The North American River Otter

Episode 39: Water Clowns, The North American River Otter

The North American River Otter is a member of the Mustelid family. They range from the southern United States up through Canada and Alaska. While classified as least concern, their populations are in ...

19 Jun 20181h 9min

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