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Episode 275 – Cereal Leaf Beetle: Mobile Incubation
“…and today we’re talking about carb-eating beetles that scoff at the mere mention of the keto diet. But more on that later.” Finding a solution to a…
2 years, 11 months ago
Episode 274 – Common Rain Frog: Stuck Like Glue
“…and today we’re talking about a frog that sticks to its plans. But more on that later.” For most creatures, finding a mate is a top priority–up the…
2 years, 11 months ago
Episode 273 – Spider Decorator Crab: Master of Disguise
“…and today we’re talking about a crustacean that appears as if it comes pre-deep fried. But more on that later.” The true master of disguise is able…
2 years, 11 months ago
Episode 272 – Salmon Shark: Omelets for Babies
“…and today we’re talking about an Alaskan with a taste for salmon, but I repeat myself. But more on that later.” As a mini me to its cousin the gre…
2 years, 11 months ago
Episode 271 – Giant Anteater: King of the Hill
“…and today we’re talking about a big bushy eyebrow. But more on that later…” South America is home to a lot of interesting looking animals. Possibly…
3 years ago
Episode 270 – Horsehair Worm: Parasite on the Prowl
“…and today we’re talking about a parasite on the prowl. But more on that later.” By now you may have heard of Cordyceps, the fungus among use that c…
3 years ago
Episode 269 – Bull Shark: Huck Fin
“…and today we’re talking about the sea bull to the manatee’s sea cow, but much more scary. But more on later.” If Huck Finn knew what might have bee…
3 years ago
Episode 268 – Green Lacewing: A Bug in Sheep’s Clothing
“…and today we’re talking about a bug with junk in the trunk, but more on that later.” Precious resources are often fiercely guarded. Only a clever w…
3 years ago
Episode 267 – Mane Wolf: Taxonomic Trouble
“…and today we’re talking about my manned man, but more on that later.” Look! In the woods! It’s a wolf, it’s a fox! No, it’s the maned wolf and his …
3 years, 1 month ago
Episode 266 – Dotted Humming Frog: Friends in Low Places
“…and today we’re talking about the familiar of a ferocious female. But more on that later.” The life of a pet is a charmed one–at least when your ow…
3 years, 1 month ago