Are sharks really man eaters? Do tarantula bites catapult you into manic dancing fits? And do bats really start pandemics? Find out as we discuss the animals with the least deserved negative reputations.

Our guest host this episode is ecologist and science communicator Jaclyn Aliperti.
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If you're a fan of Jaclyn's style, check out her previous episode where we discuss animal architects!
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Content warning: Mild language

Our animal candidates:
Sharks
House centipedes
Crows
Spiders
Bats
Wolves

Check these out!
Here are some amazing bat faces! 30 Species Of Bats That Look Too Bizarre To Be Considered Bats
Here is an amazing short film about wolves in Yellowstone How Wolves Change Rivers - YouTube

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