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This week, Alex is going to be talking about an animal that lives among us, but we rarely ever see. They have extreme adaptations that help them survive, and have some amazing behaviors that are critical to our environment. So, grab a headlamp because we’re heading into some underground tunnel systems to talk about moles.
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Water-dipper, snake doctor, adderbold, and darning needle. What do all of these words have in common? They’re all different species names of the animal that we’re talking about this week. This is probably an animal you’ve seen flying around your backyard, and no matter how many times you've see them, it’s always amazing to watch them in flight. So, join Alex as we look at one of the most recognizable insects in the world: dragonflies.
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In this episode, we’re going to learn about an animal that is largely considered one of the most dangerous animals on the planet. They have massive jaws, a powerful bite, but they eat plants. So, get ready to do some long-distance swimming, because we’re heading to the rivers and lakes of Africa to talk about hippos.
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On this week’s episode, Alex is talking about a tiny animal that is feared by many. Their bright colors may be inviting, but they’re actually a warning to stay away. They’ve even been weaponized by humans. So, let’s go down to the forest floor of tropical rainforests to talk about small amphibians with a deadly touch: poison dart frogs.
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This week’s animal is known for its extreme intelligence. This episode may hit close to home because these animals are very closely related to us. However, their populations are really struggling right now, and they need our help. So, join Alex as he heads into the rainforests to talk about our relatives: chimpanzees.
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The animal that we’re talking about today is the largest snake in the world and it has a reputation that goes along with this fact. They haven’t been portrayed in the best light throughout history, but these animals are truly remarkable. So, come with Alex into the rainforests of South America to talk about animals that have a unique way of killing their prey: anacondas.
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This week, we’re talking about an ocean animal that has some extremely unique adaptations. A lot of people love these animals, partly because it always looks like they’ve got a smile on their face. However, their populations are increasingly declining. Alex got to bring Suzanne Steinert, Founder of the Beluga Whale Alliance, to teach us all about them and their conservation. So, make sure you bundle up, because we’re heading to freezing cold waters to talk about beluga whales.
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In this episode, we’re talking about an animal that is small, but could be deadly. You may be creeped out by them, but by the end of this episode, you’ll be able to appreciate them. So, we hope you like traveling, because we’re heading to multiple different habitats all over the world to talk about scorpions.
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The animal that we’re talking about on this episode may be one of the most beloved creatures on the planet, but their populations are dwindling. Because their conservation is so important, Alex brought on expert Joanie Steinhaus, Program Director at the Turtle Island Restoration Network, onto the show to get some more information about these amazing animals. So, get ready to hold your breath for a while, because we’re heading into the ocean to talk about sea turtles.
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This episode, Alex is talking about an animal that might have one of the weirdest head shapes in the animal kingdom. Alex got to sit down with expert Vital Heim, Marine Biologist and Zoology PhD student at the University of Basel in Switzerland. So, let’s hop in our imaginary boat to talk about one of the most unique predators in the ocean: hammerhead sharks.
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On Wildlife takes you on a journey into the shocking world of animals. Your host, Alex Re is here to teach you everything you've ever wanted to know about your favorite animals. Let us bring the…