Episode 83: Tigers, Vanishing from Existence Part I
One of the most iconic species on the planet, the Tiger, continues to suffer. With less than 4000 animals left in the wild, action is needed if these majestic large cats are to survive. This week we discuss Tiger’s current status, all of the subspecies, Tiger history and more. Show notes HERE You can support our podcast HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 Apr 20191h 17min
Episode 82: Mammoths of the Sea, the Elephant Seal
Elephant Seals are the largest seal, or pinniped, on Earth. Once almost hunted to extinction, Elephant Seals populations have grown over the last century, but are still at risk due to the increased pollution and exploitation of the world’s oceans. They are called “Elephants” not due to their size, but rather due to their large noses which often resemble a trunk of a true elephant. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Apr 20191h 11min
Episode 81: Saiga Struggling to Survive
The critically-endangered Saiga antelope has been on the brink of extinction many times. Today, this relic from the Ice Age is still in danger of being lost forever. Their story is a warning to us about all the other species suffering from similar fates. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Apr 201958min
Episode 80: Zoos Matter, Aquariums Matter, Animal Education Matters w/ Corbin Maxey
This is a special episode with invited guest Corbin Maxey from Animals to the Max.In this episode we discuss the current role zoos, aquariums, and even in Corbin's field of animals used for education in the entertainment industry, and why they are so critical to promoting animal conservation. We take a in depth look at exactly what accredited zoos and aquariums are doing for the animals in the wild. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Mars 20191h 19min
Episode 79: Cassowary, Called a Living Dinosaur
One of the largest birds on Earth, the Cassowary is a flagship species for the rain forests in which they live. Impressive animals that serve a critical ecological role to both Australia and Papua New Guinea. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Mars 20191h 8min
Episode 78: How Romeo Found His Juliet with Dr. Robin Moore from Global Wildlife Conservation
Romeo, the Sehuencas water frog , was though to be the last of his species. Yet, scientists like Dr. Robin Moore teamed up to give this species hope. Global Wildlife Conservation led an effort to travel to the cloud forests of Bolivia to find other Sehuencas water frogs and lo and behold, they found Romeo his Juliet. Shoe notes are HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Mars 20191h
Episode 77: A Giant that's an Anteater
A species many forget, the Giant Anteater when seen captures many hearts. Sadly, the Giant Anteater population is in serious decline and may be heading towards extinction. Their story highlights the plight of many animals in South America. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Mars 20191h 8min
Episode 76: It Regenerates, It's the Axolotl
One of nature’s most amazing creatures, the Axolotl, has the ability to regenerate lost limbs and other body tissues. Sadly, these amphibians are almost extinct in the wild, and scientists are racing to discover its secrets, secrets that could benefit humans and other species. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Feb 20191h
