
Welcome to "Weird Species," an original podcast by the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research. Join Prof. Dr. Julia Sigwart as she guides you through the fascinating world of the species on our planet. Whether you prefer them super cute or pretty icky, whether you can find them in your neighborhood or only on a remote island, we've got you covered. Each episode features conversations with scienti... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | a year ago |
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Krister Smith is Head of Division Messel Research and Mammalogy. In this episode of “Weird Species“, he talks about the UNESCO World Heritage Site just south of Frankfurt and its many well-preserved fossils. His favorite species lives quite far away,... more
Enric Sala used to be a professor of marine biology at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in San Diego, California. Then he realized that he was "writing the obituary of the ocean", quit academia and started putting all of his efforts into conse... more
In this episode of „Weird Species“, our guest is Dr. Janet Voight, renowned marine biologist and curator emerita of the Field Museum in Chicago. Earlier this year, she visited Frankfurt to assist with our new project „Secret Service“, which aims to h... more
They kind of look like brains and live on the floor of our oceans in depths up to 10,000 meters: xenophyophores. Here to talk about them in this episode of "Weird Species" is world-renowned deep sea biologist Dr. Lisa Levin, this year's recipient of ... more
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Focusing on the unusual and often overlooked creatures of our planet, content likely revolves around unique species and their ecological niches. Each episode features conversations with scientists who share insights into their specialized fields, covering a range of topics from deep-sea organisms to unique plant adaptations and evolutionary biology. Noteworthy discussions include the role of biodiversity in ecosystems and the challenges faced by these species due to environmental changes. This captivating exploration combines scientific inquiry with engaging storytelling, appealing to both biology enthusiasts and casual listeners interested in the diversity of life on Earth.
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