The Week in Conservation for October 18, 2018
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19 Okt 201842min
Episode 58: Hoo, The Burrowing Owl, That's Who
The Burrowing Owl is one of the most unique owl species on the planet. Rather than nesting or living in trees, these owls find abandoned burrows from squirrels, prairie dogs and other species and claim them as their own. These charismatic birds are highly adapted to their life in the Americas. Show notes HERE Please consider visiting our Patreon page HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Okt 20181h 9min
Episode 57: The Wonderful Walrus
An iconic artic species, the Walrus is one of the largest and heaviest mammals on the planet. Global warming is having a direct impact on the Walrus, similar to other arctic species. These incredible social animals while surviving near extinction in the 1930s, and now threatened once again. Show notes HERE Please consider visiting our Patreon page HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Okt 20181h 13min
Episode 56: Stick Your Neck Out For, Giraffes
The tallest land mammal, the Giraffe was recently put on the endangered species list and is now vulnerable. One of the most loved and recognized animals on Earth is sliding towards extinction. These tall animals have evolved some of the most unique and specialized physiology to survive and thrive in Africa. Show notes HERE Please consider visiting our Patreon page HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Sep 20181h 16min
Episode 55: Sumatran Rhino Conservation w/Dr. Barney Long
This week Angie welcomed back Dr. Barney Long to discuss the plight of the critically-endangered Sumatran Rhinoceros. Dr. Long is involved in the project to save this species and it was announced on September 20, 2018 an ambitious plan to save these animals. A group of conservation groups are working to bringing the remaining 80 or so Sumatran rhinos into captivity to allow these animals to breed. It is an incredible project and a real treat for us to have Dr. Long speak with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Sep 201854min
Episode 54: Karma, Karma, Chameleon
One of the world’s most fascinating reptiles, the Chameleon is found in Africa, Madagascar, and small populations in Southern Europe and Asia. Chameleons are incredibly unique reptiles with an uncanny ability to change their skin with a rainbow of colors. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11 Sep 20181h 8min
Episode 53: The King, The Lion
Lions are one of the most iconic species on the planet. Many may think they know there is everything to know about lions, but we will disprove that notion in this episode. Listen to learn about the ‘King of Jungle.’ Show notes HERE Please consider visiting our Patreon page HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Sep 20181h 22min
Trophy Hunting Discussion w/Corbin Maxey
This was a joint effort with All Creatures Podcast Chris & Angie with Corbin Maxey from Animals to the Max. We all skyped in and had a methodical, eviedence based discussion on the issue of trophy hunting. We defined trophy hunting as the killing of animal only for a "trophy" such as elephant tusks, rhino horns/heads, pelts and others. This is not a discussion on the sport of hunting for food. Let us know what you think on our Facebook page Also you can read more here on Corbin Maxeys Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
28 Aug 20181h 16min
