On Wildlife

This week, we’re diving deep into the ocean to discuss an animal that is often found on your dinner plate! They’re an apex predator, whose anatomy allows them to swim through water with blazing speed. Although they’re one of the best predators within their ecosystem, they are also one of the most over-exploited species in the world. So grab your snorkeling gear, because on this week’s episode we’r...

This week, we will be discussing the largest living bird species. It is one that can grow to be 9 feet tall but don’t worry, you won’t see it flying over your house. This amazing animal has some really interesting traits that we can’t wait to share with you. So, lace up your shoes, because we’re heading to the hot savannahs of Africa to run with ostriches.  For sources and more information, please...

This week, we will be discussing an animal that you have probably seen in pictures of rainforests, at your local zoo, or on the side of a Fruit Loops box. This brightly colored bird is known for its prominent beak. Alex speaks with expert Mathieu Charette from the Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society, who’s going to help us learn that there’s much more than meets the eye with this animal. So...

This week, Alex discusses the largest marsupial species in the world. These are well known animals, but they have a lot of characteristics and behaviors that you probably don’t know about. They’re also notorious for their kickboxing skills. So, let’s hop on over to the Australian outback to talk about kangaroos.  For sources and more information, please visit our website . We’re so excited to shar...

In this episode, Alex talks about one of the true gentle giants of the ocean. They have a history of being hunted by humans, but luckily they’re making a recovery. Although they might look like fish, they’re much more closely related to us. So, let’s take a dive into the ocean to talk about humpback whales.  For sources and more information, please visit our website . We’re so excited to share tha...

This week, Alex discusses an animal that spends part of its life in the water, and part on land. They’re pretty common to find, although it might be hard to see them because they do a great job of camouflaging themselves. You’ve probably heard their calls at night, but may have not known it was them. So, it’s time to take a closer listen, as we head into your backyard to talk about toads.  For sou...

This week, we’re heading to the freshwater areas of Australia to talk about one of the strangest animals on the planet. Joining Alex is expert Dr. Geoff Williams, Director of the Australian Platypus Conservancy , who has dedicated his life to studying and saving the animal we're discussing today. So, get ready to head under water to explore one of the only mammals that can lay eggs: platypuse...

On this episode, Alex is discussing an animal that you’ve probably seen in almost every park you’ve stepped foot in. You may have even had some close encounters with them. This unique bird has a feisty side and can belong to gaggles of nearly one hundred individuals. So, buckle up, because this week, we’re taking flight to talk about Canada geese.  For sources and more information, please visit ou...

This week’s episode features an animal that is almost as intelligent as humans. Alex sits down with special guest, Leif Cocks, Founder of The Orangutan Project . He is a passionate campaigner for orangutans and has worked with them for almost 30 years. So, grab your notebook and get ready to learn about one of our tree climbing cousins: orangutans. For sources and more information, please visit ou...

The animal Alex is discussing this week is so unique, you’d think that it came here from another planet. These animals are ocean dwellers that are smart, strong, and can even change colors. So, put on your snorkeling gear, because we’re heading to the ocean floor to talk about octopuses.  For sources and more information, please visit our website . We’re so excited to share that we've launche...

In this episode we’re talking about a parasitic animal that uses aquatic animals as its host. These animals have been successful on Earth for millions of years, and luckily Alex is accompanied by Dr. Michael Wagner, a Professor at Michigan State University , to discuss these amazing creatures. So, get ready to hold your breath, as we go underwater to talk about lampreys. For sources and more infor...

In this episode Alex is talking about a group of highly venomous snakes that are known for their signature hoods. With enough venom to kill an adult elephant, a species of this snake is one of the top ten most venomous snakes in the world. The fear that people have for them is also one of the reasons why their populations aren’t doing well. So watch your step while walking through the brush becaus...

In this episode, Alex is talking about an animal that has some really unique adaptations. They’re not very well known and they’re also in danger of becoming extinct, so they need our help. Join Alex as he heads into some shallow ocean waters to talk about animals that have what looks like a tool coming out of their heads: sawfish. For sources and more information, please visit our website . We’re...

The animal that Alex is talking about in this episode is known for its large quills that give them protection, but that’s not the only interesting thing about them. They have so many characteristics that make them unique from other animals. So, don’t come too close, because today we’re talking about one of Earth’s largest rodents: porcupines. For sources and more information, please visit our webs...

This week we’re diving below the lakes, streams, and oceans to look at an interesting group of organisms that are incredibly important to aquatic ecosystems. They are usually too small to be seen, but some can be relatively large in size. They can be plants, animals or something else entirely. Get ready to go underwater because we’re talking about some of the tiniest organisms in the sea: plankton...

This week, Alex takes us on a trip to the grasslands of Africa where this animal likes to live in cool tunnels to escape the heat of the midday sun. Known for standing on their hind legs to survey for danger, this creature may have a “kat” in its name, but it’s not a cat at all. So, get ready to start digging, because we’re going underground to talk about meerkats! For sources and more information...

In this episode, Alex discusses the larger theme of what wildlife can teach us. He is joined by expert Julie Henry, speaker and author of Wisdom from the Wild . She is an outdoor explorer and animal lover at heart who helps people become effective leaders by sharing leadership lessons inspired by wildlife and wild places. So, grab a notebook and get ready to think about how you can start learning...

In this episode, Alex talks about a majestic and elusive, yet dangerous animal. They’re carnivores that roam forests and grasslands, but unfortunately they’ve been declining in recent years. Even though they may scare you, they are extremely important to the ecosystems that they live in and they need our help. So, let’s take a hike together, as we explore the lives of one of the biggest cats in th...

The animal that Alex is talking about on this episode  lives deep within the total darkness of the ocean. They have extremely unique adaptations, and you would probably get nightmares just looking at them. Even though they have a face only a mother could love, they are also an amazing example of how organisms evolve to fit their environment. So, grab your flashlight because we’re going to a place...

In this episode, Alex is  going to be talking about an animal that is extremely intertwined in human culture through literature, film, and folklore. However, what might surprise you is that they are known as some of the smartest animals on the planet, which gives a completely new meaning to the phrase “bird brained.” You’re not going to need to travel too far for this episode because many of you c...

This week we are talking about a species of fish that may be familiar to most of you. With cat-like whiskers, they come in many forms and are kind of strange looking. From the rivers of America, to ponds in Africa, and the streams of Asia, these fish can be found in most of the world’s bodies of water. So, get your boats ready  because we are going to be talking about catfish. For sources and more...

It’s finally 2022, so we have a special episode to celebrate the new year. Alex is not just talking about one animal this week. He sits down with Danielle Koehler, the illustrator and author of The Other Forest , to talk to us about how, through her own experiences, animal conservation can come in all shapes and sizes. So, grab your notebook and let’s learn a little bit more about creative conserv...

This week we’re talking about an animal that’s probably only known because they pop up in a well known song, but they are much more than a song lyric. These animals are small birds and they’re a little unusual because they spend most of their time on the ground instead of in the air. So, get your bird watching gear ready, because we’re going to be talking about partridges. For sources and more inf...

The animal that we’re talking about in this week’s episode might be one of the most adorable creatures you’ll ever see. However, behind all of its cute features are adaptations that help them survive in their harsh environment. Since it’s winter here in the Northern Hemisphere, we’re going to continue with our Arctic animals that have to deal with freezing cold climates. So, grab a nice cup of hot...

 This week, we’re talking about one of the most beloved predators on the planet. When you think about the impact that climate change can have on animals, this may be one of the first species that you think of. Luckily, Alex got to talk with Dr. Andrew Derocher, a professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta . Dr. Derocher spent decades researching these animals, so we can’t wait f...