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Conservationists Assemble
49. The Fossa
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 49! Today's episode focuses on the Madagascar's largest terrestrial mammal. Joining me is Johannes Pfleiderer, senior curator at Leipzig Zoo and EAZA EEP coordinator for the Fossa as we put the spotlight on this unique carnivore. And if learning about this Malagasy carnivore has peaked your interest, why not check out volume 5 of the podcast on the small carnivores of Madagascar with Hannah Spurgeon! - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Z84eh2A0sdTEEYimzDOYe?si=WE1nTWzlSJ-WzEs--HKrqg Check out the resources below to l...
2025-07-21
53 min
Conservationists Assemble
48. The Scarce Yellow Sally
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 48! Today's episode focuses on the Scarce Yellow Sally. There are fewer pleasures greater than being out in nature, and rivers are a great source of that. For me, rivers were a great source of enjoyment in the pandemic as I know they were for a lot of people. When restrictions started easing here in the UK, Panshanger park became a place we visited often. On days where the weather was pristine, we would sit at the river's edge and just enjoy the environment. I knew that there was wildlife around...
2025-06-16
1h 05
Conservationists Assemble
47. Water Vole Conservation
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 47! Today's episode focuses on the water vole. You know them, you love them, but you probably won’t have seen one and by the end of the episode you’ll have heard us talk about the remarkable character of Britain’s most endangered mammal and the efforts breaking down barriers that will see the return of this species in great numbers leaving you hopefully inspired to spread the word and perhaps join the fight. Joining me now is Darren Tansley, Wilder Rivers & Protected Species Manager at the Essex Wildlif...
2025-03-31
57 min
Conservationists Assemble
46. Conservation Education
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 46! Today's episode focuses on conservation education and highlights this crucial element within modern conservation efforts. Joining me is Chris Eley from Hertfordshire Zoo in the UK to share is insight on the incredible power of education. Check out the resources below to learn more and how to get involved! Connect with the podcast - Will you join the fight? conservationistsassemble@outlook.com Conservationists Assemble (@conservationistsassemblepod) • Instagram photos and videos Conservation education resources: htt...
2025-03-24
1h 18
Conservationists Assemble
45. Grevy's Zebra Conservation
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 45! Today's episode is all about the Grevy’s Zebra and highlights the crucial partnership between zoos and field organisations in preventing this species from extinction. Joining me is Tanya Langenhorst from Marwell Zoo in the UK to shed light on the work for this incredible species.. Check out the resources below to learn more and how to get involved! Connect with the podcast - Will you join the fight? Send any photos or videos of Grevy’s Zebra that you are part...
2025-03-10
46 min
Conservationists Assemble
44. The Large Heath Butterfly
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 44! Today's episode is all about the Large Heath Butterfly and tells an empowering story of UK conservation success! Joining me are Alan Wright and Jenny Bennion of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust. Find out how this species has returned from extinction and how an unknown habitat in our peatlands can be so beneficial to so many species but also us as humans. Check out the resources below to learn more and how to get involved! Connect with the podcast - Will you...
2025-03-03
1h 23
Conservationists Assemble
43. Spreading awareness of ocean health
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 43! Welcome fellow wildlife avengers to the Conservationists Assemble. My name is Jonny Bloxham but here I am known as my alter ego, Captain Conservation, your friendly neighbourhood animal advocate. I am a former zookeeper with a passion for conservation education and the global efforts for threatened species and habitats around the world. I am inviting you to join me as we take the fight to our planet’s biggest villain and my arch-nemesis, extinction! Whether you’re new to animal advocacy or a veteran in wildlife preservation, this is the podc...
2025-02-17
17 min
Conservationists Assemble
42. The Galapagos Giant Tortoise
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 42! Welcome fellow wildlife avengers to the Conservationists Assemble. My name is Jonny Bloxham but here I am known as my alter ego, Captain Conservation, your friendly neighbourhood animal advocate. I am a former zookeeper with a passion for conservation education and the global efforts for threatened species and habitats around the world. I am inviting you to join me as we take the fight to our planet’s biggest villain and my arch-nemesis, extinction! Whether you’re new to animal advocacy or a veteran in wildlife preservation, this is the podc...
2025-02-03
45 min
Conservationists Assemble
41. The Blue Crowned Laughingthrush
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 41 and the first episode of 2025! Welcome fellow wildlife avengers to the Conservationists Assemble. My name is Jonny Bloxham but here I am known as my alter ego, Captain Conservation, your friendly neighbourhood animal advocate. I am a former zookeeper with a passion for conservation education and the global efforts for threatened species and habitats around the world. I am inviting you to join me as we take the fight to our planet’s biggest villain and my arch-nemesis, extinction! Whether you’re new to animal advocacy or a veteran in wild...
2025-01-06
1h 04
Conservationists Assemble
40. The Beisa Oryx and Save the Beisa Oryx Community Trust
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 40! Welcome fellow wildlife avengers to the Conservationists Assemble. My name is Jonny Bloxham but here I am known as my alter ego, Captain Conservation, your friendly neighbourhood animal advocate. I am a former zookeeper with a passion for conservation education and the global efforts for threatened species and habitats around the world. I am inviting you to join me as we take the fight to our planet’s biggest villain and my arch-nemesis, extinction! Whether you’re new to animal advocacy or a veteran in wildlife preservation, this is th...
2024-12-23
1h 27
Shrews Views Podcast
S4 E19: A turning point for Shrewsbury?
Ollie Westbury and Jonny Drury bring you the latest episode of the Shrews Views podcast. In the latest episode, the boys discuss the superb comeback at Wigan and question whether it could be a turning point in Salop's campaign. They talk Jamal Blackman and his arrival, the impact of Tom Bloxham and preview the festive fixtures.
2024-12-23
24 min
Conservationists Assemble
39. The Northern River Terrapin (Batagur baska)
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 39! Welcome to the Conservationists Assemble. The podcast that seeks to unite with earths mightiest conservation heroes to raise the profile of our planet’s most threatened species by putting the spotlight on the fantastic work of both in situ and ex situ conservation organisations and highlighting the link between them as well as asking those important questions of what more can and needs to be done. I am your host, Captain Conservation a.k.a. Jonny Bloxham, and I am inviting you to become a conservation avenger as we...
2024-12-16
53 min
Conservationists Assemble
38. The Red Panda
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 38! And I've got to say this species is very close to my heart. It's a species I've previously worked with for a lengthy period of my zookeeping career and also the focal species of episode 30's solo episode. That, of course, being the Red Panda. Welcome to the Conservationists Assemble. The podcast that seeks to unite with earths mightiest conservation heroes to raise the profile of our planet’s most threatened species by putting the spotlight on the fantastic work of both in situ and ex situ conservation or...
2024-12-09
56 min
Conservationists Assemble
37. The Musk Ox
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 37! And I've got to say this is one of my all time favourite species. Welcome to the Conservationists Assemble. The podcast that seeks to unite with earths mightiest conservation heroes to raise the profile of our planet’s most threatened species by putting the spotlight on the fantastic work of both in situ and ex situ conservation organisations and highlighting the link between them as well as asking those important questions of what more can and needs to be done. I am your host, Captain Conservation a.k...
2024-12-02
56 min
Conservationists Assemble
36. The Egyptian Vulture
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 36! Welcome to the Conservationists Assemble. The podcast that seeks to unite with earths mightiest conservation heroes to raise the profile of our planet’s most threatened species by putting the spotlight on the fantastic work of both in situ and ex situ conservation organisations and highlighting the link between them as well as asking those important questions of what more can and needs to be done. I am your host, Captain Conservation a.k.a. Jonny Bloxham, and I am inviting you to join the ranks of the co...
2024-09-30
1h 27
Conservationists Assemble
35. The Cuvier's Gazelle
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 35! Welcome to the Conservationists Assemble. The podcast that seeks to unite with earths mightiest conservation heroes to raise the profile of our planet’s most threatened species by putting the spotlight on the fantastic work of both in situ and ex situ conservation organisations and highlighting the link between them as well as asking those important questions of what more can and needs to be done. I am your host, Captain Conservation a.k.a. Jonny Bloxham, and I am inviting you to join the ranks of the co...
2024-09-23
1h 11
Conservationists Assemble
34. The Tamaraw
The Conservationists Assemble is back with volume 34! Tune into this episode where we roam into the unknown world of the dwarf buffalo, the Tamaraw, with our special guest, Fiona Sach. Fiona is the zoo conservation impact manager at the Zoological Society of London and the EEP coordinator for the remote style Tamaraw programme. In this episode, Fiona enlightens us on what we know about this fantastic animal, the threats they face and the different organisations and efforts in conserving the world's smallest buffalo. A particularly interesting topic of conversation focuses on how zoos are involved...
2024-09-16
39 min
Conservationists Assemble
33. The Visayan Warty Pig (part two)
Tune in to volume 33 of the Conservationists Assemble and part two of the conversation with Matt Ward about the Visayan Warty Pig and the conservation efforts of the Talarak foundation. In part one Matt and I discussed all the epic things that define a Visayan Warty Pig and highlighted the threats to this massively intelligent species. Part two focuses on the conservation efforts of the Talarak foundation and Matt shares his origin story as well as what he hopes for in the future. ----------- Have your say:...
2024-08-12
1h 05
Conservationists Assemble
32. The Visayan Warty Pig (part one)
Episode 32 is here! In this episode I am joined by Matt Ward and we dive into the world of the visayan warty pig and by the end of the episode we will have discussed: 1. What we know about these critically endangered animals. 2. How they are changing the way of how we perceive intelligence in mammals. 3. The threats they are facing in the wild. Tune in to part 1 of the visayan warty pig episode of the conservationists assemble podcast before part 2 next where we discuss the work of the Talarak foundation and...
2024-08-05
38 min
Conservationists Assemble
31. The Large-Antlered Muntjac
We've all seen a muntjac at the side of the road in the UK, right? And therefore it is probably easy to take this species (or family of species) for granted. But have you ever heard of the large-antlered muntjac? No one really has, certainly as they were only scientifically described in the 1990s. In this episode I am joined by Dr. Andrew Tilker and we dive into the world of the large-antlered muntjac and by the end of the episode we will have discussed: 1. What we know about the large-antlered...
2024-07-29
39 min
Conservationists Assemble
30. The Red Panda
Who doesn't love the red panda? Did you know that they were discovered nearly 50 years before the giant panda? In this episode we dive into the world of the red panda and by the end of the episode you will have learnt: 1. what it is that exactly defines the red panda. 2. a brief look into the history of zoos in housing red pandas. 3. an overview of the world's only organisation focused specifically on conserving the red pandas. Tune in to find out all this as a precursor for future...
2024-07-22
14 min
Conservationists Assemble
29. The Wild Camel
Are you a fan of the camel? Did you know that they are the 8th most critically endangered large mammal in the world? In this episode we dive into the world of the wild camel and by the end of the episode you will have learnt: 1. what it is that exactly defines a wild camel. 2. a brief look into the involvement of zoos in wild camel conservation 3. an overview of the world's only organisation focused specifically on conserving the wild camel. Tune in to find out all this as...
2024-07-15
36 min
Conservationists Assemble
28. The Role of Zoos revisited
Journey with us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assemble podcast, where we explore the role of good zoos within modern conservation as the podcast is joined by Douglas Richardson to share his insight and experience of a near half century working in and with zoos around the world. The episode covers many aspects of the role of ex situ conservation and those involved in it. From the beginnings of how zoos as we know them came to exist through to what zoos of the future may look like. Doug shares his knowledge and thoughts on...
2024-07-08
1h 40
Conservationists Assemble
27. The Clouded Leopard
Join the fight against extinction in volume 27 of the Conservationists Assemble as Captain Conservation is joined by wildlife hero, Dan Kemp currently zookeeping and living life to the fullest at Rainforestation in Australia. Tune in to the Clouded Leopard mission briefing as Dan and the captain discuss the importance of having clouded leopards present in the wild as an apex predator to keep the ecosystem in balance and aid in seed dispersal by predating fruit-eating birds. Learn all about the Clouded Leopards awesome super powers and abilities, from exceptionally large canines, to their secret weapon that makes...
2024-07-01
1h 50
Conservationists Assemble
26. The Wild Cats Conservation Alliance
Join the fight against extinction in volume 26 of the Conservationists Assemble as Captain Conservation teams up with wildlife hero, Esther Conway manager of the Wild Cats Conservation Alliance. Tune in to this mission briefing as Esther sheds light on the dynamics of being an organisation that raises funds and awareness for other crucial organisations and their work in the field as well as highlighting the role of zoos in supporting organisations such as the Wild Cats Conservation Alliance. Listen to Esther's origin story as she details her journey, influences, hurdles and future ambitions in this e...
2024-06-24
36 min
Conservationists Assemble
25. The Eastern Black Rhino
Join the fight against extinction in volume 25 of the Conservationists Assemble as Captain Conservation is joined by wildlife hero, Dr. Mark Pilgrim OBE director of Werribee Open Range Zoo in Victoria, Australia. Tune in to the eastern black rhino mission briefing as Mark and the captain discuss the importance of having rhinos present in the wild as landscape engineers, creating healthy habitat for a variety of other species. Listen to Mark's origin story as he details his journey, influences, hurdles and future ambitions in this episode of the Conservationists Assemble.
2024-06-17
45 min
Conservationists Assemble
24. The Addax
Tune in to volume 24 of the Conservationists Assemble! Join me, Captain Conservation, as we take the fight to our planet's biggest villain and my arch-nemesis. X-Tinction. Each week, I team up with another of Earth's mightiest heroes and we discuss the super powers and abilities of our planet's epic species. Prepare for battle as we encounter X-Tinction's armies that threaten global biodiversity. Rally with the heroes featured on the Conservationists Assemble to discover and unite allies on the front lines of conservation. Tune in and l...
2024-06-10
34 min
Conservationists Assemble
23. The Pygmy Slow Loris
This weeks episode of the Conservationists Assemble welcomes Frantisek Pribrsky, vice-chair of the pygmy slow loris EEP and director of conservation at the Kukang rescue program. Tune in as Frantisek tells all about the pygmy slow loris and it's larger relatives with a particular focus on their demand in the illegal wildlife trade and the impact of navigating social media irresponsibly. We also discuss the influence of celebrities in the world of conservation.
2024-06-03
49 min
Conservationists Assemble
22. The Scimitar Horned Oryx
Tune in to this weeks episode of the Conservationists Assemble podcast as the spotlight is put on a recent example of the crucial roles of zoos in conserving species on the brink of extinction. This weeks guest is Dr. Tania Gilbert, manager of the international studbook (ISB) for the Scimitar Horned Oryx. Join us as Tania and I discuss the history of these awesome antelopes, once considered extinct in the wild and now existing in the wild directly as a result of a population managed in zoos. This episode provides a positive story on what w...
2024-05-27
1h 00
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21. The Dhole
Tune in to this episode of the Conservationists Assemble as we take you on a whistle-stop tour of the world the asian wild dog, the Dhole with special guest Chelsea Davis of the Dhole Conservation Fund. Throughout the episode we unpack the varied lives of these social canids and their array of hunting abilities that gives them the capabilities of hunting a range pray much larger than themselves throughout their habitat. Chelsea describes to us the relationships and opinions of humans towards these incredible animals, and informs us of the threats and conservation actions needed to ensure...
2024-05-20
1h 07
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20. The Sumatran Rhino
Tune in to this episode of the Conservationists Assemble as we charge into the world of a rhino species that is small in size and small in population size but larger than life, with our expert guest and rhino fanatic, Stacy Strother. Throughout the episode we acknowledge how the incredible breeding work of the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio was pivotal to the work taking place at the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary and how zoos today can still contribute to Sumatran rhino conservation despite no zoos globally housing this species. Stacy then takes us on a journey t...
2024-05-13
50 min
Conservationists Assemble
19. The Diana Monkey
Tune in to this episode of the Conservationists Assemble as we leap into the world of the Diana Monkey and discuss the progressive efforts of the West African Primate Conservation Action (WAPCA) with expert guest, Andrea Dempsey. The episode kicks off with an insight into what is a Diana Monkey, named because of particular marking on their behind. We learn that you might hear them before you see them as they're a vocal species and about their social dynamics. A discussion into how adaptable these endangered animals have needed to become to overcome pressures brought...
2024-05-06
1h 20
Conservationists Assemble
18. The Northern Giant Mouse Lemur
Come with us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assemble podcast, where we have returned to Madagascar and look into the world of nocturnal lemurs, specifically that of the Northern Giant Mouse Lemur. Present on the episode to share his knowledge and insight into this lesser-known lemur species is Dr. Daniel Hending. Dan discusses the nuances and niche of this adaptable lemur species and informs us on their threats as well as his experiences in trying to find these awesome creatures in the dead of night. The episode advances into discussing aspects of Dan's...
2024-04-29
59 min
Conservationists Assemble
17. The Role of Zoos
Journey with us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assemble podcast, where we explore the role of good zoos within modern conservation as the podcast is joined by Douglas Richardson to share his insight and experience of a near half century working in and with zoos around the world. The episode covers many aspects of the role of ex situ conservation and those involved in it. From the beginnings of how zoos as we know them came to exist through to what zoos of the future may look like. Doug shares his knowledge and thoughts on...
2024-04-22
1h 40
Conservationists Assemble
16. The Northern Bald Ibis
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we take flight into world of another Europe's reintroduction success stories, the Northern Bald Ibis. With our guest experts, Juliane Pokorny and Christiane Bohm we journey back in time to discuss the events that caused them to become functionally extinct in the wild. Through hard work, Christiane details the success of the ex situ breeding programme, now managed by Juliane at the Alpenzoo in Innsbruck and the continued reintroduction of Ibis born in zoos back into the wild. This episode concludes with an...
2024-04-15
57 min
Conservationists Assemble
15.The Binturong
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we ascend into the unknown world of a mammal that will just butter you up. That mammal is, of course, the Binturong. Representing the Binturong and ABConservation on the podcast are our guest experts, Ameline Roger and Elea Delsaux. Through an illuminating conversation, we discuss these unique mammals with their prehensile tails and acknowledge that is still lots left to learn about them. We also highlight the actions needed to prevent the Binturong from slipping closer to extinction. Ameline and Elea enlighten us...
2024-04-08
26 min
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14. The Polar Bear
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we plunge into the rapidly changing world of our polar regions, specifically that of the arctic, home to the largest land carnivore, the Polar Bear with guest expert, Amy Cutting. Through an illuminating conversation, we discuss the threats and the actions needed to reverse the needle for the Polar Bear, the origin of the term carbon footprint and the need to put the push back on the large-scale fuel companies to collaborate for a better future for our planet and the inclusive ways you can get involved...
2024-04-01
49 min
Conservationists Assemble
13. The European Mink
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we stay close to home with guest expert, Tiit Maran. Through an illuminating conversation, we uncover the near catastrophic past of the European Mink and the extraordinary recovery efforts they're making through the hard-work of some amazing conservation heroes. Explore how the introduction of the much larger American Mink has forced the European Mink out of good quality habitat, and how conservationists are working diligently in research breeding programs, public education and a successful reintroduction programme to ensure their survival. We delve into...
2024-03-25
1h 08
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12. The African Painted Dog
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we trek into the world of African Painted Dog with guest expert, Peter Blinston. Through an illuminating conversation, we uncover the lives of these social canids and the community they have behind them Explore unique efforts in conserving these amazing animals and means of preventing their threats. From football leagues to selling art made out of disarmed snares, there are many fantastic efforts by some awesome people trying to help save the African Hunting Dog. Learn about the amazing people who have devoted...
2024-03-18
1h 10
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11. The Francois' Langur
Get ready for an exciting journey with the 'Conservationists Assembled' podcast, where we delve into the mysterious world of the Francois’ Langur alongside the knowledgeable Andrew Hope! Explore their unique forested habitats, the collaborative efforts of Belfast Zoo and their conservation partners, and importance of having a genetically diverse population in accredited zoos as an insurance policy for the looming challenges of this remarkable primate. Andrew, the Francois Langur EEP coordinator and curator at Belfast Zoo in Ireland, guides us through an enthralling exploration of these bold primates with the hair-style to match, shedding light on the im...
2024-03-11
34 min
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10. The Malayan Tapir
Get ready for an exciting journey with the 'Conservationists Assembled' podcast, where we delve into the mysterious world of the Malayan Tapir alongside the knowledgeable Diana Koch! Explore the unexpected relatives, fascinating behaviours, and looming challenges of this remarkable ungulate. Diana, the Malayan Tapir EEP coordinator and general curator at Nuremberg Zoo in Germany, guides us through an enthralling exploration of this unique creature, shedding light on unexplored territories. The discussion delves into the threats faced by these ancient hoofstock, from habitat loss to road accidents. Prepare to be amazed by the heroic efforts of...
2024-03-04
35 min
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9. The Snow Leopard
Get ready for an exciting adventure on the 'Conservationists Assembled' podcast, where we explore the mysterious world of the Snow Leopard with the incredible Cassie Jones! Delve into the remarkable adaptations and uncertain future of this elusive big cat. Cassie, a member of the Snow Leopard EEP committee, guides us through a captivating journey into the unique characteristics of this animal, shedding light on unexplored territories. The discussion delves into the perils faced by these felines, ranging from human-wildlife conflicts to poaching threats. Prepare to be amazed by the commendable efforts of accredited zoos worldwide...
2024-02-26
39 min
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8. The Goeldi's Monkey
Strap in for a wild ride on the 'Conservationists Assembled' podcast, where we dive deep into the enigmatic world of the Goeldi’s Monkey with the amazing Susan O’Brien! Get ready to uncover the hidden secrets, vulnerabilities, and survival challenges of this mysterious primate. Susan, the Goeldi’s Monkey EEP coordinator, takes us on a thrilling adventure through the quirks of this creature, highlighting the uncharted territories waiting to be explored. The talk veers into the dangers lurking around the corner for these monkeys, from habitat destruction to unwanted pet species making a comeback. Get re...
2024-02-19
38 min
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7. The Southern Cheetah
In this riveting episode of the 'Conservationists Assembled' podcast, delve into the intricate world of the southern cheetah with our distinguished guest, Lars Versteege. The discussion uncovers considerable insights into the unique traits, vulnerable status, and survival threats that encompass the life of the world's fastest mammal. Versteege, a renowned expert on the southern cheetah, navigates listeners through this animal's fascinating lifestyle, shedding light on its position in the food chain and susceptibility to predators. The conversation gravitates towards the looming environmental threats that plunge the cheetah population further towards extinction, with human-animal conflict, habitat destruction, and...
2024-02-12
38 min
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6. The Black Hornbill
Welcome to the newest episode of Conservationist Assembled, where we venture into the intriguing world of Asian hornbills with our special guest, Tom Clark, a renowned expert in the area. Black hornbills, a unique and vulnerable species, are in dire need of understanding and preserving. In this inspiring episode, we take a closer look at the important conservation efforts for these fascinating creatures, including the essential work done by charities such as Hutan and Gaia. Learn about the usefulness of artificial nest boxes, the intricacies of zoo support, breeding programs, and critical research involved in saving hornbills.
2024-02-05
41 min
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5. The Small Carnivores of Madagascar
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we dive deep into the biodiverse world of Madagascar with guest expert, Hannah Spurgeon. Through an illuminating conversation, we uncover the roles of small carnivores in maintaining the island's ecological balance. Explore eight diverse Madagascan carnivore species, each with unique characteristics—bringing to life the island's rich wildlife diversity. Learn about the challenges these species face, such as habitat destruction and hunting, and how conservationists are working diligently in research breeding programs and public education to ensure their survival. We delve into urgent wi...
2024-01-29
34 min
Conservationists Assemble
4. The Gordon's Wild Cat
Join us in a thrilling episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we dive deep into the world of small with guest expert, Dr. Alex Sliwa. Through an illuminating conversation, we uncover the key threats facing the Gordon's Wild Cat and the actions needed to ensure a future for this species. Explore their characteristics and learn about the challenges these species face, such as hybridisation, and how Alex is working diligently in research, breeding programs and public education to ensure their survival. We delve into urgent wildlife conservation issues, discuss sustainable practices for individuals, and...
2024-01-22
46 min
Conservationists Assemble
3. The African Lion
Join us in a captivating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we explore the realm of the king of the jungle with guest expert, James Welch. Through an illuminating conversation, we uncover the threats to this iconic species and the efforts to engage communities to respect and preserve them Explore the challenges that African Lions, such as habitat loss, poisoning and hunting, and how conservationists are working diligently in research breeding programs and public education to ensure their survival. We delve into urgent wildlife conservation issues, discuss sustainable practices for individuals, and illustrate the...
2024-01-15
59 min
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2. The Asiatic Black Bear
Join us in an exhilarating episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we unbox the cruel world of the bear bile trade and the acts of the amazing heroes attempting to rescue the bears suffering within it and bring about its end, with guest expert, Charlie Paul. Through an illuminating conversation, we uncover the roles of sanctuaries in providing high levels of care to these bears. Explore the personalities of these rescued, each with unique characteristics—bringing to light the resilience they have. Learn about how conservationists are working diligently, lobbying campaigns and public education to ensure ch...
2024-01-08
48 min
Conservationists Assemble
1. The Otters
Join us in the long-awaited first episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we take the plunge into the diverse world of the otter with guest expert, Jason Palmer. Through an illuminating conversation, we discuss the vast diversity of the otter species each with unique characteristics. Learn about the challenges these species face, such as habitat destruction and the illegal pet trade, and how conservationists are working diligently in research breeding programs and public education to ensure their survival. We delve into urgent wildlife conservation issues, discuss sustainable practices for individuals, and illustrate the profound positive effects o...
2024-01-01
39 min