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Wild Stories

Elliot Connor
Honeybees
Spiders
Animal Science
Aye-Aye
Cane Toad
Clara the Rhino
Jumping Spiders
Conservation
Bats
Madagascar
Invasive Species
Genetic Engineering
Wildlife Conservation
Platypus
Sumatran Rhino
Evolution
Jilian Forsberg
Portia
Peacock Spiders
Mosquito Terminator Spider

Weekly audio tales exploring the forgotten history and science of our fellow animals, told by experts, hosted by wildlife filmmaker and conservationist Elliot Connor. New episodes every Wednesday forever. Please follow and leave a review. Thanks!

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They're the last survivor of a genus 20 million years old and about to go extinct because of an argument. John Payne joins the podcast to tell the story of Sumatran rhinos from being skinned for Chinese armour to fire-breathing fables to the 40-year-... more

The Mayan bat God Camazotz was a nasty piece of work. But there's a more terrifying myth (for bats at least): that bats can't see. In this episode, Swedish scientist Johan Eklöf tells the story of how he used moth lollipops to prove bats hunt with th... more

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John Payne
A biologist with 50 years of experience in wildlife management, primarily in Malaysia.
Episode: The Hairy Rhino Problem
Johan Eklöf
A bats researcher with almost 30 years of experience in field studies and consulting
Independent researcher
Episode: What A Bat Sees
Leo Richards
Wildlife filmmaker on YouTube focusing on deep oceans
Episode: Uncut - Hagfish at a Dinner Party
Keith Aune
A conservation scientist with over 40 years of experience, primarily focused on the American bison.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: The President That Saved The Bison
Jürgen Tautz
Classical zoologist and expert on honeybees
Formerly affiliated with a university
Episode: Why Hot Bees Get Fed Honey
Dr. Vanessa Pirotta
Wildlife scientist specializing in using innovative tech for wildlife conservation
Sydney, Australia
Episode: What We Learn From Whale Snot
Rick Shine
Professor of Biology at Macquarie University
Macquarie University
Episode: An Army of Tadpoles That Can't Grow Old
Matz Olson
Colleague of Rick Shine involved in genetic research
Episode: An Army of Tadpoles That Can't Grow Old
Fiona Cross
Jumping spider expert based at the University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury
Episode: The Spiders That Like Sock Smell

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Elliot Connor
Host of Wild Stories.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Quality

    A very fun way to learn a lot about the natural world. Its packed with knowledge, humor, and fun facts. Loved every second of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yan1497
    Denmark2 months ago
  • What a wild podcast

    Wow! This is a compelling podcast series. Great stories, great animals, great entertainment. Looking forward to hearing more …

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosie Australia
    Australia2 months ago

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#179
Australia/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#71
Singapore/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#115
Poland/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#231
New Zealand/Science/Nature

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The Hairy Rhino Problem
Q: Can we still save the Sumatran rhinos?
John expresses pessimism about the survival of the species due to the extremely low population and challenges in breeding.
Uncut - A Platypus Bacon and Egg Sandwich
Q: What's the weirdest question you've ever been asked, apart from platypus sandwiches?
The more intriguing a question is, the more I want to answer it.

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This series features engaging narratives centered around the history and science of animals, providing listeners with a captivating look into various ecological and conservation topics. With a focus on expert insights, episodes often highlight unique creatures and the fascinating stories surrounding them, such as the invasive Cane Toad in Australia or the enigmatic aye-aye in Madagascar, blending humor and personal anecdotes with scientific discourse. The host's wildlife filmmaking background adds a personal touch, offering a deeper understanding of animal behavior and environmental challenges faced by different species. This podcast is ideal for listeners interested in wildlife conservation, evolutionary biology, and the complex relationsh... more

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2. Johan Eklöf
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4. Keith Aune
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