Wild Tails is your passport to an extraordinary world of animal adventures. Join us as we dive deep into the captivating tales of humans and wildlife intertwined. From heartwarming encounters to jaw-dropping escapades, each episode brings you closer to the wild side of life. Whether it’s a close call with a bear, a rescue mission for a lost puppy, or a lifelong bond with a feathered friend, we’ve got stories that will amaze, inspire, and entertain. Tune in and let the wild tales begin!
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Wild Tails is your passport to an extraordinary world of animal adventures. Join us as we dive deep into the captivating tales of humans and wildlife intertwined. From heartwarming encounters to jaw-dropping escapades, each episode brings you closer to the wild side of life. Whether it’s a close call with a bear, a rescue mission for a lost puppy, or a lifelong bond with a feathered friend, we’ve got stories that will amaze, inspire, and entertain. Tune in and let the wild tales begin!
Episode 21: Secret lives of rattlesnakes with Emily Taylor
Wild Tails
36 minutes 17 seconds
5 months ago
Episode 21: Secret lives of rattlesnakes with Emily Taylor
In this episode of Wild Tails, host Mike Bona sits down with Dr. Emily Taylor, a herpetologist and professor of Biological Sciences at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Emily shares wild and wonderful stories from her work with reptiles and amphibians—from tracking rattlesnakes in the wild to teaching students how to find elusive lizards in California’s diverse ecosystems.
Emily is the author of two popular science books: California Snakes and How to Find Them and California Lizards and How to Find Them, with a third on amphibians coming soon. In this lively conversation, she opens up about her unique path from an English degree at UC Berkeley to a PhD in Biology from Arizona State University, and how storytelling plays a role in science communication.
You’ll also hear about her home life in Atascadero, California, which includes a crew of rescued animals—like her charming bearded dragon Aperol Spritz—and a bearded husband named Steve.
Whether you're a wildlife lover, science enthusiast, or just curious about how to find snakes and lizards in California, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and inspiration.
Emily Taylor Website: http://www.emilytaylorscience.com
Project Rattlecam: https://rattlecam.org/
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Wild Tails is your passport to an extraordinary world of animal adventures. Join us as we dive deep into the captivating tales of humans and wildlife intertwined. From heartwarming encounters to jaw-dropping escapades, each episode brings you closer to the wild side of life. Whether it’s a close call with a bear, a rescue mission for a lost puppy, or a lifelong bond with a feathered friend, we’ve got stories that will amaze, inspire, and entertain. Tune in and let the wild tales begin!
