All Creatures Podcast1 Marras 2023

Episode 360: The Mighty Gaur

Welcome back to the All Creatures Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of the Gaur, the largest species of wild cattle on the planet. Join us as we explore the life, behavior, and conservation efforts surrounding these magnificent creatures. Key Points Covered: 1. The Gaur: A Giant of the Bovine World Introduction to the Gaur (Bos gaurus), highlighting their size, physical features, and their status as the largest wild cattle species. Comparison with other wild cattle and their distinctions in terms of size, behavior, and habitat. 2. Habitat and Distribution Exploration of the Gaur's natural habitat, including forests, grasslands, and tropical evergreen areas. Discussion on their geographic distribution, focusing on regions where they are predominantly found, such as Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent. 3. Behavior and Social Structure Insight into the social dynamics and behavior of Gaur herds, including their hierarchical structure and communication methods. Details about their feeding habits, preferred diet, and how their behavior adapts to seasonal changes. 4. Conservation Challenges and Efforts Overview of the conservation status of Gaur, including the challenges they face in the wild, such as habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts. Highlighting various conservation efforts, both local and global, aimed at protecting Gaur populations and their ecosystems. 5. Human-Gaur Interactions Exploration of the relationship between humans and Gaur, including traditional cultural perceptions and conflicts arising from human encroachment on their habitats. Thank you for joining us in this exploration of the Gaur on the All Creatures Podcast. Remember to share, subscribe, and join us for our next episode as we continue to uncover the incredible diversity of creatures that inhabit our world! ------------------------------------------------------ Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. We now are hosting monthly Zoom meetings with them, answering questions and getting ideas on which species they want covered. 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 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 except Antarctica, Australia, New Zealand, Madagascar, Ireland, Hawaii and other islands. While feared, death from snake bites are extremely rare (5-6 citizens in the US) compared to other animals and other causes (car accidents). These animals are more afraid of you than you should be of them. Show notes HERE Please consider visiting our Patreon page HERE. Thank you for following us and subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Heinä 20181h 18min

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. However, much of the other news in conservation is very positive with Canada pledging millions to whale conservation, Chefs fighting for sustainable seafood, jaguars on the rise in Mexico and more. Show notes can be found HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Kesä 201845min

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 about one of the big 5 from Africa. Show notes can be found HERE. Please consider visiting our Patreon page HERE. Thank you for following us and subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Kesä 20181h 15min

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 be found HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Kesä 201849min

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 decline. Show notes can be found HERE Please consider visiting our Patreon page here. Thank you for following us and subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Kesä 20181h 9min

The Week in Conservation News for June 15, 2018

Amur Leopard births, Nature shows and your health, Britains exintinction crisis, technology helping conservation and more. Show note can be found HERE. Please consider visiting our Patreon page here. Thank you for following us and subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Kesä 201847min

Episode 38: Manatee Research with Jonathan Cowart

Jonathan Cowart is finishing his PhD at the University of Florida and is one of the few scientists who understands manatee reproduction. His research is taking him all over the world and in this interview we cover much of his research in manatee reproduction and more. Show notes can be found HERE. Please consider visiting our Patreon page here. Thank you for following us and subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Kesä 201859min

Episode 37: Manatees, Sea Cows That Don't Moo

Manatees belong to the Sirenian family, which consists of the West Indian Manatee, West African Manatee, and thier relative the Digong. The West Indian Manatee has two subspecies, the Florida and Antillean Manatee. All of these species are listed as vulnerable to extinction. Listen to learn more about these so-called "Sea Cows." Show notes can be found HERE. Please consider visiting our Patreon page here. Thank you for following us and subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Kesä 20181h 10min

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