How do you help animals through policy? In this episode of One Wild World, Julie Watson, the Killer Whale Policy Lead at Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, shares her journey into conservation and her crucial work in protecting the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. With only 73 individuals remaining, Julie discusses the key threats these orcas face, including prey scarcity, vessel noise, and contaminants. She emphasizes the need for a multi-faceted approach to save this iconic spec...
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How do you help animals through policy? In this episode of One Wild World, Julie Watson, the Killer Whale Policy Lead at Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, shares her journey into conservation and her crucial work in protecting the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. With only 73 individuals remaining, Julie discusses the key threats these orcas face, including prey scarcity, vessel noise, and contaminants. She emphasizes the need for a multi-faceted approach to save this iconic spec...
Rats or Heroes: What’s The Difference? feat. Dr. Isabelle Szott
One Wild World: A Podcast About Animals
26 minutes
1 year ago
Rats or Heroes: What’s The Difference? feat. Dr. Isabelle Szott
From the sewers comes a savior! In this episode of One Wild World, we talk with Dr. Isabelle Szott, a former behavioral research scientist at APOPO - the groundbreaking organization that trains African giant pouched rats to save lives. From detecting landmines in former conflict zones, to identifying tuberculosis in human samples, these "Hero Rats" are making a huge impact. Dr. Szott shares the fascinating journey of these rats, their unique training regimens, and the innovative projects that...
One Wild World: A Podcast About Animals
How do you help animals through policy? In this episode of One Wild World, Julie Watson, the Killer Whale Policy Lead at Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, shares her journey into conservation and her crucial work in protecting the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. With only 73 individuals remaining, Julie discusses the key threats these orcas face, including prey scarcity, vessel noise, and contaminants. She emphasizes the need for a multi-faceted approach to save this iconic spec...
