Overcoming Challenges in Madagascar w/Dr Abigail Ross

Overcoming Challenges in Madagascar w/Dr Abigail Ross

In this episode of the Creatures Podcast, we interview Dr. Abigail Ross, a leading primate behavioral ecologist and founder of the Dr. Abigail Ross Foundation for Applied Conservation. They discuss her background, the challenges she faces in conservation work, especially in Madagascar, and her research on primate behavior. Topics include habitat loss, wildlife trafficking, conservation efforts, and the impact of climate change on Madagascar's biodiversity. Dr. Ross also shares insights into mentoring young Malagasy scientists and the importance of local conservation efforts. The discussion concludes with advice for young conservationists and an overview of the work being done by her foundation. You can learn more about Dr. Ross and her work HERE Podcast Timeline 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:03 Early Life and Inspiration 02:22 Academic Journey and Key Experiences 03:53 Understanding Primate Behavioral Ecology 05:22 Conservation Success Stories 05:52 Challenges in Animal Conservation 08:11 Founding the Abigail Ross Foundation 12:25 Reforestation and Current Projects 14:20 Complexities of Conservation in Madagascar 21:42 Future Plans and Favorite Species 23:22 Primate Conservation Projects 24:34 Maternal Care in Calatrichids 26:55 Impact of the Pandemic on Conservation 29:08 Ecotourism in Madagascar 32:41 Local Conservation Efforts 35:51 Maternal Stress and Infant Survival 40:04 Climate Change in Madagascar 42:55 Supporting Conservation Efforts 45:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 301: Species Survival Plans w/Jon Miot

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Episode 299: PETA Founder & Author Ingrid Newkirk

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Episode 298: Bemused by the Blue-Footed Booby

Episode 298: Bemused by the Blue-Footed Booby

As we near our 300th official episode, we brought this episode out from our vault! We had so much fun chatting about this tropical bird that nests on the Galapagos Islands. We learn so much each week ...

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Episode 297: Fishing Cats Do Fish

Episode 297: Fishing Cats Do Fish

An amazing water felid is the Fishing Cat. These endangered cats live throughout Asia in fragmented populations from India to Java. As one of the largest "small cats," Fishing Cats have carved out a s...

21 Sep 20221h 11min

Episode 296: The Gigantic Green Anaconda

Episode 296: The Gigantic Green Anaconda

One of the apex predators located in South America lies the Green Anaconda. One of four species of anaconda, the Green Anaconda is one of the world's longest snakes and is without doubt the heaviest. ...

14 Sep 20221h 20min

Episode 295: Crazy about Capuchins

Episode 295: Crazy about Capuchins

One of the more iconic monkeys has to be the White-Faced Capuchin. There are actually two species of White-Faced Capuchins, and in fact there are 22 total species of capuchin monkeys. Sadly, 17 out of...

7 Sep 20221h 20min

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