All Creatures Podcast

Episode 143: Magical Meerkats

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are under the weather here at All Creatures, so this week we went to the vault and pulled out an episode we did in August 2019 for our Patreon supp...

Episode 142: Shocked by Electric Eels

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week leads us to another radical animal, the Electric Eel. By far one of the most incredible biological adaptations are this animal's ability to ...

Episode 141: The Creepier, The Better w/Mallory Lindsay

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ms. Mallory’s mission is to spark curiosity about wildlife, conservation, and local natural history while empowering others to do the same through p...

Episode 140: the Strange Star Nosed Mole

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome a really unique species, the Star Nosed Mole. While it may look strange, its nose and other adaptations makes this a fascinating creatures ...

Episode 139: Massive Moose Podcast

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we go massive and talk about the largest deer species in the world, the Moose! Or in Europe known as the Eurasian Elk. Just a phenomenal spe...

Episode 138: Saving Amphibians w/Ian Recchio Los Angeles Zoo

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are very fortunate to have an interview with Ian Recchio, Curator of Amphibians and Reptiles from the Los Angeles Zoo. We discuss the pli...

Episode 137: Hellacious Hellbenders

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we travel to North America and learn about one of the largest amphibians in the world, the Hellbender.  Amphibians are incredible animals t...

Episode 136: Red Kangaroos Bouncing Along

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In light of the horrific fires in Australia, we wanted to release one of our special episodes. This was recorded in December for our Patreon only list...

Episode 135: Impact of Australia Fires on Wildlife

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we deliver a special episode on the ongoing and unprecedented crisis in Australia. We pay particular attention to the impacts these fires ha...

Episode 134: History of the Arctic w/Dr Bathsheba Demuth

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bathsheba Demuth is an Assistant Professor of History and Environment and Society at Brown University, where she specializes in the US and Russian A...

Episode 133: Bowhead Whales, Oldest Living Mammals

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We return to the Arctic to talk about the oldest living mammals on the planet, the Bowhead Whale. These incredible aquatic mammals can live well over ...

Episode 132: Release the Flying Fox

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This was originally Episode 16, but when we migrated to Podbean, we lost this and were unaware for quite a while. Here, heading into 2020, we are rele...

Episode 131: Jungle Jordan Conservation & Wildlife Educator

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jordan Veasley, also known as "Jungle Jordan," is a wildlife enthusiast and educator. He began his zoo keeping career when he was young and now has wo...

Episode 130: Snow Monkeys at the Sauna

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Japanese Macaque, or also known as "Snow Monkeys" are one of the world's most beloved monkeys. What makes them so iconic is the behavior of these ...

Episode 129: Silent Snowy Owls

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most unique owl species lives in the Arctic. These birds are in serious decline with currently listed as vulnerable by the IUCN. There are ...

Episode 128: Red Ruffed Lemurs Fading Fast

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Red Ruffed Lemurs are a critically endangered primate from the island of Madagascar. These highly charismatic animals are an example of the pressures ...

Episode 127: Wildlife Educator Stephanie Arne

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined with Stephanie Arne, a wildlife educator. It was an absolute treasure to speak with her about her latest work with African Pen...

Episode 126: At Risk, African Penguins

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The African Penguin is one of the best examples of how humans have driven many species to extinction, or as in the African Penguin to the brink. Isola...

Episode 125: San Diego Zoo Global w/Rick Schwartz

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are very fortunate to speak with Rick Schwartz from San Diego Zoo Global. We spend a wonderful time talking about animal conservation, th...

Episode 124: Saving the Southern White Rhinoceros

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we return to the rhinoceros and specifically the Southern White Rhinoceros. Since we first covered rhinos in general in Episode 3, we wanted...

Episode 123: Elephant Sanctuary with Educator Joy Owens

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are fortunate to speak with Joy Owens, the Education Manager from the Elephant Sanctuary from Tennessee. Since 1995, The Elephant Sanc...

Episode 122: Awed by African Elephants

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we revisit the African Elephant. Angie shares her recent experiences at Kruger National Park in South Africa and how they manage their Afric...

Episode 121: Endangered Species Act with Center for Biological Diversity Attorney Brett Hartl

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by attorney Brett Hartl from the Center for Biological Diversity to discuss the Endangered Species Act. Brett and others from ...

Episode 120: Intrigued by Iguanas w/Chris Pellecchia

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Chris Pellecchia. He is a Special Projects staff member of the International Reptile Conservation Foundation, Inc and a mem...

Episode 119: Head Banging Pileated Woodpecker

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With the recent news of nearly 3 billion birds disappearing from North America in the last nearly 50 years this week chose an icon, the Pileated Woodp...

Episode 118: Marine Iguanas from the Galapagos Isles

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we jump to the one of the more unique biomes on earth, the Galapagos Islands. There, lives the world’s only marine living lizard. They are...

Episode 117 Nuts about Indian Giant Squirrels

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Indian Giant Squirrel is not only one of the largest squirrels on Earth, they are also one of the most colorful mammals in existence. In truth, sq...

Episode 115: A Treasure, the Golden Lion Tamarin

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Golden Lion Tamarin is a small primate from Brazil that nearly went extinct. They are one of conservations great success stories, as they were bro...

Episode 114: Filmmakers of Violet is Blue: A Tale of Gibbons and Guardians

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by the Filmmakers of Violet is Blue: A Tale of Gibbons and Guardians. While the gibbons are the stars of this award-winning fi...

Episode 113: Gibbons, their Songs are Fading Fast

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Not many are aware that Gibbons are a lesser ape, and one of our closest relatives’ outsides the great apes. These awe-inspiring primates live-in So...

Episode 112: Shark Research w/Chris Fischer, Founder of OCEARCH

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined with OCEARCH founder, expedition leader and visionary Chris Fischer. He gives a fascinating interview on the research he is co...

Episode 111: Revere, Not Fear, The Great White Shark

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

By far the most iconic fish, the Great White Shark, was made a legend by the movie Jaws. Yet, it was a play on the strongest human emotion, fear, that...

Episode 110: Wolves and the Endangered Species Act w/Corbin Maxey

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we were invited on the Animals to the Max Podcast with Corbin Maxey to discuss the controversial issue with wolves and wolf hunting he...

Episode 109: Howl for the Grey Wolf

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grey Wolves in the United States are losing protections that have been in place for decades. Without these, Wolves are now once again being persecuted...

Episode 108: African Painted Dogs with Dr. Greg Rasmussen

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This interview was a real treat and one we highly anticipated. We were joined by Dr. Greg Rasmussen, who by all rights is the “Jane Goodall” of th...

Episode 107: Talking about the Takin

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the world’s most unique mammals, the Takin, is heading towards extinction. These ungulates are so unusual looking they have been described a...

Episode 106: The Fantastic Fennec Fox

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The world’s smallest fox, the Fennec Fox, lives in one of the harshest environments on our planet. These small omnivores have learned to survive and...

Episode 105: The Stunning Sable Antelope

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

While not the largest antelope in Africa, the Sable Antelope is one of its most beautiful. Due to its impressive set of horns, its darker coat, and la...

Episode 104: In the Pacific, Gecko Defies Gravity

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we cover another reptile, an endangered species, the Pacific Gecko. Native to New Zealand, this lizard species is making a comeback. Through...

Episode 103: Relocation of 24 Lions w/Ivan Carter

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ivan Carter was involved in the World's largest relocation of lions ever attempted. In 2018, twenty four lions, 6 males and 18 females, were transport...

Episode 102: Speedsters, the Cheetah

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A beloved cat, the cheetah has adapted to survive in the wilds of Africa. This was our first Patreon only episode and we wanted to release it to the g...

Episode 101: There be Dragons, on Komodo Isle

02 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we cover the largest lizard on the planet. The Komodo Dragon. Native to Indonesia, these large reptiles are in danger. With less than 6,000 ...

Episode 100: Where We've Been, Where We're Going

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a recap of our first 100 episodes. We have learned so much studying the 70 species we have covered so far. We also have been fortunate to ...

Episode 99: Octonation with Warren K. Carlyle IV

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Warren K. Carlyle IV is the founder of the World's largest Octopus fan club, Octonation. Within a few short years Warren has brought together thousand...

Episode 98: From Another World, the Blue Ring Octopus

18 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Episode 97: Orca Culture & Behavior, Part II

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Episode 95: Awed by Orcas, Part I

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

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 jus...

Episode 94: Koala Team from the San Diego Zoo

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

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 Cand...

Episode 93: Koalas are Krashing

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Episode 92: Carolina Tiger Rescue w/Katie Cannon

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Cannon is the education director of Carolina Tiger Rescue, North Carolina’s only federally accredited wild cat sanctuary. A federally accredit...

Episode 91: A Masterpiece, the African Painted Dog

21 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The African Painted Dog, or African Wild Dog, is heading towards extinction. Human pressure has fragmented this species into 39 small pockets througho...

Episode 90: Big, Bold, Bison

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

Episode 89: Cost of the Human Wildlife Conflict with Author Bryce Andrews

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We were very fortunate to speak with author Bryce Andrews. His recent book Down From the Mountain, the Life and Death of a Grizzly Bear was recently r...

Episode 88: Our Grand Episode on Grizzly Bears

07 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An icon in the American west, the Grizzly Bear once numbering in the hundreds of thousands, are now down to less than 1800 animals in the United State...

Episode 87: Royalty of Antarctica, Emperor Penguins

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is an extended episode to discuss one of the World’s most favorite animals, the Emperor Penguin. Famous for their incredible charisma and featu...

Episode 86: Humor & Conservation with Rob Lang, Underdone Comics

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Lang is an incredibly talented artist who is devoting his life to raising awareness about animal conservation. He is the sole artist for his Under...

Episode 85: Tigers, Vanishing from Existence Part II

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is time to take action for not only Tigers, but for all the species we share our planet with. Tigers continue to struggle to survive in minuscule r...

Episode 84: WWF Tiger Specialist Dr. Sunarto

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sunarto has gained field experiences studying and conserving wildlife, including Sumatran tigers, Sumatran elephants, rhinos, orangutans, bears and bi...

Episode 83: Tigers, Vanishing from Existence Part I

16 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most iconic species on the planet, the Tiger, continues to suffer. With less than 4000 animals left in the wild, action is needed if these ...

Episode 82: Mammoths of the Sea, the Elephant Seal

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Elephant Seals are the largest seal, or pinniped, on Earth. Once almost hunted to extinction, Elephant Seals populations have grown over the last cent...

Episode 81: Saiga Struggling to Survive

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The critically-endangered Saiga antelope has been on the brink of extinction many times. Today, this relic from the Ice Age is still in danger of bein...

Episode 80: Zoos Matter, Aquariums Matter, Animal Education Matters w/ Corbin Maxey

26 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode with invited guest Corbin Maxey from Animals to the Max.In this episode we discuss the current role zoos, aquariums, and eve...

Episode 79: Cassowary, Called a Living Dinosaur

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the largest birds on Earth, the Cassowary is a flagship species for the rain forests in which they live. Impressive animals that serve a critic...

Episode 78: How Romeo Found His Juliet with Dr. Robin Moore from Global Wildlife Conservation

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Romeo,  the Sehuencas water frog , was though to be the last of his species. Yet, scientists like Dr. Robin Moore teamed up to give this species hop...

Episode 77: A Giant that's an Anteater

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A species many forget, the Giant Anteater when seen captures many hearts. Sadly, the Giant Anteater population is in serious decline and may be headin...

Episode 76: It Regenerates, It's the Axolotl

26 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of nature’s most amazing creatures, the Axolotl, has the ability to regenerate lost limbs and other body tissues. Sadly, these amphibians are al...

Episode 75: The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla Part II

19 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We return with more on Gorillas and their conservation. You can read more HERE from our first episode. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad ch...

Episode 74: Gorilla Conservation with Ron Evans Cincinnati Zoo

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ron Evans has worked at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden since 1984 as a keeper, supervisor and is currently the Curator of Primates. We spend ...

Episode 73: The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla, Part I

12 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When you look at the face of a Mountain Gorilla, you are looking back at our own reflection. Gorilla DNA matches 98.4% of humans, and only the Chimpan...

Episode 72: Pika Who? Ili Pika, that's Who!

05 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Without doubt, the Pika (pie – ka) is one of the most charismatic mammals on Earth. The Ile (ee-lee) Pika from China is endangered and has just been...

Episode 71: World Wildlife Fund Elephant Specialist Nilanga Jayasinghe

29 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nilanga Jayasinghe is a senior program officer for Wildlife Conservation at WWF and focuses on Asian species, particularly elephants, rhinos, tigers a...

Episode 70: Saltys From Down Under, AKA Saltwater Crocodiles

22 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Saltwater Crocodile is another iconic species to Australia. This largest reptile in the world has earned a fearsome reputation, but when left alon...

Episode 69: Zoo Talk with Bethany Bingham, President of AAZK

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany Bingham is currently the President of the Board of Directors for the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK). She discussed with us about h...

Episode 68: Immortal, is forever, Jellyfish

15 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jellyfish are some of the most ancient animals on Earth. One of the most peculiar is the Immortal Jellyfish. This jellyfish theoretically can live for...

Episode 67: Hmm, Hummingbirds

08 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A charismatic bird, Hummingbirds are unique animals native to the Americas. These fast fliers have incredible physiological adaptations that give them...

Episode 66: Sea Turtle Conservation w/Breanna Ondich

03 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ms. Breanna (Bre) Ondich works as a Research Specialist for the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island, Georgia in the United States. We had a won...

Episode 65: Saving Sea Turtles

01 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sea Turtles are beloved creatures from the ocean. Popular all over the world for their grace and beauty, these animals continue to captivate us. Howev...

Episode 64: Narwhals, Unicorns of the Sea

18 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Once thought to be a mythical creature, the Narwhal (Monodon monoceros), or unicorn of the sea, is a whale that lives on top of the world. These amazi...

Episode 63: Panda Conservation and Care with Michael Brown-Palsgrove

13 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As curator of Asia Trail and giant pandas at the Smithsonian National Zoo, Michael Brown-Palsgrove directs the care of sloth bears, clouded leopards, ...

Episode 62: Popular as a Panda

11 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is one of the most iconic, endearing, and amazing animals that has captured hearts all over the world. They ...

Episode 61: Almost Gone, the African Wild Ass

04 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Chris’s book, we are launching our second year with a personal favorite to both of us, the Somali Wild Ass. The African Wild Asses are t...

Episode 60: Spectacularly Spooky, the Vampire Bat

30 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Absolutely terrifying in appearance and behavior, yet one of the most incredibly adapted mammals on our planet. The Vampire Bat has some incredible ph...

The Week in Conservation for October 26, 2018

26 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined with Jim Weinpress and discuss a variety of issues impacting seabirds, the walrus, vaquita porpoise and more.  Show notes ...

Episode 59: Crikey, it's a Devil, from Tasmania

23 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Tasmanian Devil sounds ferocious, but is only the size of a small dog. Still, you wouldn’t want to tangle with one. They have a bite force of 12...

The Week in Conservation for October 18, 2018

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 58: Hoo, The Burrowing Owl, That's Who

09 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Burrowing Owl is one of the most unique owl species on the planet. Rather than nesting or living in trees, these owls find abandoned burrows from ...

Episode 57: The Wonderful Walrus

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

An iconic artic species, the Walrus is one of the largest and heaviest mammals on the planet.  Global warming is having a direct impact on the Walrus...

Episode 56: Stick Your Neck Out For, Giraffes

25 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The tallest land mammal, the Giraffe was recently put on the endangered species list and is now vulnerable. One of the most loved and recognized ani...

Episode 55: Sumatran Rhino Conservation w/Dr. Barney Long

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Angie welcomed back Dr. Barney Long to discuss the plight of the critically-endangered Sumatran Rhinoceros. Dr. Long is involved in the proj...

Episode 54: Karma, Karma, Chameleon

11 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the world’s most fascinating reptiles, the Chameleon is found in Africa, Madagascar, and small populations in Southern Europe and Asia. Chame...

Episode 53: The King, The Lion

04 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Lions are one of the most iconic species on the planet. Many may think they know there is everything to know about lions, but we will disprove that no...

Trophy Hunting Discussion w/Corbin Maxey

28 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This was a joint effort with All Creatures Podcast Chris & Angie with Corbin Maxey from Animals to the Max. We all skyped in and had a methodical, evi...

Episode 52: Saola Conservation w/Dr. Barney Long

16 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to a fascinating interview from one of our newest animal conservation heros Dr. Barny Long from Global Wildlife Conservation. He discusses the ...

Episode 51: The Asian Unicorn, the Saola

14 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Saola was the largest mammal discovered in the last 50 years. It has been called one of the greatest zoological findings in the 20th Century. In 1...

The Week in Conservation for August 10, 2018

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss the Southern Resident orca whales still in trouble, can animals have emotions, leopard geckos regenerate thier brains, some reall...

Episode 50: In the Sea, there be Dragons

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Seadragon is related to the Seahorse and Pipefish. They belong to the family Syngnathidae. There are over 215 species in this family to include: 3...

Episode 49:Antipodes, sub-Antarctic Conservation w/Theo Van Noort

02 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Theo Van Noort is a Research Associate at the New Zealand Institute of Plant and Food Research. He currently works on entomology, bombiculture and cro...

Episode 48: Key Mice, Key to a Healthy Ecosystem

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Perdido Key Beach Mouse and the Key Largo Cotton Mouse are both endangered species of mouse in the state of Florida in the United States. Both are...

The Week in Conservation News for July 27, 2018

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Angie & Chris discuss the culling of hippos in Zambia, updates on the Icelandic whale hunt, just how bad is meat for the environment, and ot...

Episode 47: Fiona the Hippo w/Christina Gorsuch

26 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Fiona is undoubtedly one of the world's most famous hippos. Born premature and rejected by her mother, our guest Christina Gorsuch and her team raced ...