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What The Duck?!

ABC Australia
Menopause
Snakes
Evolution
Fear
Chimpanzees
Whales
Grandmother Hypothesis
Phobias
Animal Behavior
Stoats
Hormonal Changes
Endocrinology
Hornbills
Australia
Minimalism
Parenting
Comedy
Ant Lions
Behavioral Ecology
Platypus

The show with a mission to explore the mysteries of nature - especially the ones that make you go What the Duck?!

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes202Founded4 years ago
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Forget feathered friends — these are our feathered foes.

They can wield knives, get involved in the world of organised crime and drug dealing, and even shut down the Large Hadron Collider.

But the most pressing question is, why did the duck cross t... more

The fear of being eaten by an animal is so visceral that a mass psychosis, featuring a monkey man, once swept across Delhi.

But in the event of an actual attack, investigators look for specific forensic clues to identify which predator was responsib... more

Leonardo da Pinchy is a literal cat burglar with more than 350 pieces of evidence against him — evidence that's easy to confirm because when he steals his neighbour's underwear, he brings it home with a satisfied look of great pride.

Steven Seagull ... more

Pigs tried for murder, weevils expelled from heaven and how a bloke dressed as an executed French monkey became mayor of an English town.

Topsy the elephant travelled the US performing for cheering circus-goers, but when her drunken trainer rode her... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Roach
Author and journalist mentioned as expert/author
Author of Animal Vegetable Criminal
Episode: Nature's Most Wanted: Murder (but not crows)
Neeltje Boogert
Associate Professor in Animal Behaviour
University of Exeter
Episode: Nature's Most Wanted: Cat burglars and robber duckies
Sindhu Radhakrishna
Professor of Behavioural Science
National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru
Episode: Nature's Most Wanted: Cat burglars and robber duckies
Stuart Drummond
Manager of Community and Economic Development at the Shire of Nowanga in Western Australia
Shire of Nowanga
Episode: Nature’s Most Wanted: Odour in the court
Katy Barnett
Professor of law at the University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: Nature’s Most Wanted: Odour in the court
Dr. Michelle Granden
Psychologist with a special interest in animals gone rogue
Episode: Nature’s Most Wanted: Odour in the court
Aaron Agostini
Developmental biologist, Marsupial skull development researcher, University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: Invasive species: a science comedy debate
Trish Koh
Fish ecologist, University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: Invasive species: a science comedy debate
Rose Bishop
Stand-up comedian and playwright
Independent
Episode: Invasive species: a science comedy debate

Host

Dr. Ann Jones
Host of What The Duck, producer and guide for discussions; science communicator across ABC platforms.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 632 ratings
  • This is epic

    This is probably the best nature podcast to exist. I found this in late winter, 3 years ago, and I’ve loved it ever since! Ann communicates info in a comedic and easy to understand way, and I found out about a ton of stuff I didn’t even know before. 10000/10!

    🦆🦆🦆🦆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GhostedYT
    Australiaa month ago
  • Dr Ann Jones is the best!!!

    Such a great pod! Interesting topics, funny asides, and always fascinating people as guests - I really appreciate learning about awesome female scientists in their fields.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    (_oo_)
    Australia2 months ago
  • I love this podcasts

    I think he teaches lots of people on animals

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I ❤️🦆
    Australia2 months ago
  • Exceptional

    Love, love, love this show. Interesting, informative, the presenter is as engaging as she is succinct.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiannaArt
    Australia2 months ago
  • So good :D

    Ann Jones is my favourite person in the media. Love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CrackedChelle33
    Australia3 months ago

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Good dog: Survival of the friendliest
Q: Is there any truth you think to a dog being a superhero like Lassie?
Clive mentions a study where they tested if dogs would help a distressed owner and concluded that dogs might love their owners but could be limited in their ability to help in emergencies due to a lack of understanding of how to assist.
Girl, so confusing!
Q: What does this tell us then about sex in the animal kingdom?
It tells us that it's very plastic.
Summer: Mother Nature does it better (ASMR edition)
Q: Is this aspect of ASMR just a human thing?
No, various animal species produce whisper-type vocalizations for intimate communication.
Summer: Mother Nature does it better (ASMR edition)
Q: Can you give me some tips on how to do this?
Thanh emphasizes the need for a very quiet environment and to provide comforting whispers to help calm listeners.
Summer: Why do Quolls have spots?
Q: Why do quolls have spots?
Dr. Belinda Wilson explains that quolls have spots to help them hunt without being seen by their prey, as these spots disrupt their form and blend with their environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What The Duck?!

What is What The Duck?! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show combines curiosity-driven nature science with accessible storytelling, exploring oddball phenomena, wildlife behavior, ecology, and conservation through expert interviews and lively host-led conversations. Recent episodes span topics from post‑mortem animal risks and urban rewilding to amphibian mysteries, fungal biology, and unusual animal interactions, all delivered with humor and clear explanations. Listeners get practical insights into real-world science, environmental issues, and how researchers study strange phenomena, making complex ideas approachable for curious minds and professionals alike. A standout trait is the host's knack for connecting niche research to widespread natural-world wonder, often featuring fieldwork, con... more

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1. Mary Roach
2. Neeltje Boogert
3. Sindhu Radhakrishna
4. Stuart Drummond
5. Katy Barnett
6. Dr. Michelle Granden
7. Aaron Agostini
8. Trish Koh

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