Secret Lives of Animals w/Matt Brandon & Mark Flowers

One of the deadliest animals on the planet, the Blue Ring Octopus’s venom is enough to kill 26 adults. However, this small and extremely shy animal should not be feared. Rather, it should be revered and loved, with its incredible physiology and survival strategies. All species of octopus have an incredible story to tell and one we are excited to share. Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content.  Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Kesä 20191h 20min

This week is a continuation of our Episode 95: Awed by Orcas. Here we go into more detail on the concept that Orcas have developed culture. We also go into depth of the different hunting behaviors of the various ecotypes of Orcas.    Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. This episode was initially going to be a Patreon only release, but after some discussion, we just could not put this species behind a paywall. The story of the Orca needs to be told and heard.   Show notes HERE   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Kesä 20191h 19min

By far this is one of the most incredible species we have covered to date. The Orca (Orcinus orca) is a favorite of many throughout the world, but just how amazing they are will astound you. This will be a 2-part podcast because these animals deserve it. There are so many amazing facts and incredible research, that even two podcasts do not do them justice. In Part I we cover the basics of Orca physiology, but even more incredibly, all the different ecotypes. Behavioral research is showing these animals have developed specific culture to their specific ecotype. In Part II we discuss this in more depth, but enjoy an introduction to a special animal, the Orca. Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. This episode was initially going to be a Patreon only release, but after some discussion, we just could not put this species behind a paywall. The story of the Orca needs to be told and heard.   Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Kesä 20191h 1min

This week we were very fortunate to talk everything Koala from the team that cares for them at the San Diego Zoo. We were joined by team members Candis Malcolm, Lindsey King and Jennifer Roesler. The team discusses how they care about these animals and how the San Diego Zoo Global Wildlife Conservancy is helping to study and support Koalas in the wild. Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We have so far released our first special episode, the Cheetah, and our conservation news for May 2019. In addition, each month we will donate 25% of any money donated to a conservation organization of your choosing. We can not thank you enough for helping us and for you in making a difference. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Touko 201957min

Disturbing reports out of Australia are claiming the Koala, one of its most iconic animals, is now functionally extinct in the wild. The Koala is just another species suffering with a dramatically changing climate and coupled with habitat destruction, they could be extinct in just a few generations.   Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We have so far released our first special episode, the Cheetah, and our conservation news for May 2019. In addition, each month we will donate 25% of any money donated to a conservation organization of your choosing. We can not thank you enough for helping us and for you in making a difference. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Touko 20191h 29min

Katie Cannon is the education director of Carolina Tiger Rescue, North Carolina’s only federally accredited wild cat sanctuary. A federally accredited sanctuary means Carolina Tiger Rescue is a 501-c3 non-profit; it does not buy, sell, or trade any of its animals or their parts; it does not do any breeding; and it is a no-contact facility. Through their education programming and guided tours, they help visitors understand the downfalls and dangers of private ownership, as well as the realities behind cub petting and other exploitation of wild animals.    Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We have so far released our first special episode, the Cheetah, and our conservation news for May 2019. In addition, each month we will donate 25% of any money donated to a conservation organization of your choosing. We can not thank you enough for helping us and for you in making a difference. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Touko 20191h 28min

The African Painted Dog, or African Wild Dog, is heading towards extinction. Human pressure has fragmented this species into 39 small pockets throughout Africa. One of the most endearing animals, African Painted Dogs are incredibly intelligent and exhibit extraordinary behaviors. This is a special one, enjoy.   Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We have so far released our first special episode, the Cheetah, and our conservation news for May 2019. In addition, each month we will donate 25% of any money donated to a conservation organization of your choosing. We can not thank you enough for helping us and for you in making a difference. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Touko 20191h 26min

This week we discuss the national animal of the United States, the American Bison. We also touch upon its closely related cousin, the European Bison. Once numbering in the millions, the American Bison was reduced to just under 350 animals in the United States. The European Bison’s tale is similar. However, conservation efforts have saved both species and today they number in the thousands. Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We have so far released our first special episode, the Cheetah, and our conservation news for May 2019. In addition, each month we will donate 25% of any money donated to a conservation organization of your choosing. We can not thank you enough for helping us and for you in making a difference. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Touko 20191h 8min