The Biome Podcast

Welcome to the Biome Podcast, the podcast all about zoology and ecology. Join us as we explore the lives of one of the most stealthy animals alive, the leopard. We also take a look at a massive event that occurs in the waters of Southern Africa - the Sardine run. So join us in this exciting episode and see if you can answer the trivia question.

Join us as we dive into the life of a cuttlefish, we explore of of their incredible defence mechanisms and what separates them from octopi and squid. We also have a deeper look into the world of chromatophores, what are they and how do they help cuttlefish live their lives?

In this episode we look at some of the hardiest little creatures known to science. Tardigrades are found almost everywhere on the planet and have even survived the vacuum of space. However, they aren't considered extremophiles, listen to the episode to find out why. We also explore the world of extremophiles and their fascinating habits. 

Did you know that Orangutans are some of the most intelligent great apes around and that the males can grow beards? Join us as we look at these fascinating creatures in depth. We also explore the fascinating world of melanin and what the effects of not having it can be. 

Join us as we explore the 5 living species of rhino and see how they tie in to our huge announcement! Did you know that the Javan Rhino used to be found over large parts of the Indian subcontinent and is now only found on the island of Java? Did you know that the Sumatran rhino is relatively tiny growing to just under 1.5 m or just over 4 ft at the shoulders? How about that Black rhino from Africa have the highest mortality rate due to fighting with other members of the species than any other mammal? There is so much to learn about each of these highly endangered but incredible tanks of nature. 

Something new! Not only is this the first episode available in video format but also we have our first interview. We are joined by the lovely Tijana Selak, good friend who has had extensive experience teaching others about the joys or wildlife as well as helping wildlife rehabilitate. Join us as we learn about some of her highlights as well as things to do when you might be faced with an animal in distress or too young to fend for themselves. 

Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Center: https://calgarywildlife.org

Tijana Selak: https://thiswildfauna.com

Lets have a good look at the Common Barn Owl, one of the most widely distributed birds alive today. We also explore the world of bird wing types. Wings can tell us so much about a birds life cycle that it would be a mistake to overlook them. So join us in this episode of beautiful birds and fantastic flight. Also, do you think you can answer this episodes Trivia Question? Prove your zoology knowledge here!

Lets have a good look at the Goliath Birdeater, a spider so big it can reportedly eat birds according to the name? The question is though, is the name correct? We also take a dive into defining parasitism, one of the most common predator-prey relationships found in nature. So join us in this episode of creepy crawlies. Also, do you think you can answer this episodes Trivia Question? Prove your zoology knowledge here!

Join us as we dive into an exploration of the worlds only sea going iguana. These fascinating creatures come in great variety even though they are all one species. It appears this variation is due, in part to the environment they inhabit, but we explore that in more detail. We also look at the tongue and what it does for most tetrapods.