Episode 265: Precious Pygmy Hippos

Episode 265: Precious Pygmy Hippos

With as few as 2000 Pygmy Hippos left in the world, we are losing one of natures often forgotten large herbivores. Though one tenth the size of their larger cousins the Common Hippopotamus, the Pygmy Hippo is no small runt. Weighing in as much as 600 lbs. (275 kg), they are still a force to be reckoned with. Yet, this shy and elusive herbivore is suffering and slipping towards extinction. Thankfully, these West African natives are a focus for many conservation efforts and their story is one to be told. By telling their story, all of us can bring awareness to these special animals and do all we can to help save them. 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 are able to send money to conservation organizations monthly chosen by our Patreon supporters. We recently posted a bonus episode, the Blue Footed Booby, for our Patreon only subscribers and will be offering more bonus content soon! Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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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 Syys 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 Syys 20221h 20min

Episode 294: Happy about Hedgehogs

Episode 294: Happy about Hedgehogs

Whenever you look at a hedgehog, you have to smile. This charismatic little creatures is an absolute delight and are found in many parts of the world. In fact, there are 17 species of hedgehogs that l...

31 Elo 20221h 15min

Episode 293: Lake Victoria Biodiversity Crisis w/Mark Weston

Episode 293: Lake Victoria Biodiversity Crisis w/Mark Weston

Mark Weston is author of the new book The Saviour Fish: Life and Death on Africa's Greatest Lake. He joins us this week to talk about his experiences living on Lake Victoria in Africa. Additionally, w...

24 Elo 202251min

Episode 292: Bush Dogs Delight

Episode 292: Bush Dogs Delight

One of the world's most elusive canids is the Bush Dog. Native to South America, these ancestors to our favorite dogs have carved out a special niche to survive. Not much is known about Bush Dogs beca...

17 Elo 20221h 3min

Episode 291: Pouch of Pelicans

Episode 291: Pouch of Pelicans

One of the most charismatic seabirds has to be the Pelican. Around the world, Pelicans fly and soar near almost every shore. There are so many surprising facts about Pelicans and how they do what they...

10 Elo 20221h 17min

Episode 290: The Modern West w/Melodie Edwards

Episode 290: The Modern West w/Melodie Edwards

Melodie Edwards hosts the incredible storytelling podcast The Modern West. There is much lore and fascination with the American West, made popular over the decades in popular culture. Melodies works t...

3 Elo 202257min

Episode 289: Stunned by Salmon

Episode 289: Stunned by Salmon

Each species we have covered for Plastic Free July has blown us away. Here we are again, with a fish that just defies logic. Most salmon species start off in freshwater, then eventually migrate to the...

27 Heinä 20221h 26min

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