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Dateline: November 29, 2024. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with a discussion of my last few days, and some reflections on a journey I went on. Our headline story this week looks at the AZA's Trends Report, and some controversy surrounding two of the topics addressed within. We then move on to our births section, including a new tree kangaroo at Roger Williams Park Zoo, new bintlets at Hammerton Zoo Park, and more births at the St. Louis Zoo, Auckland Zoo, and the Colchester Zoo.We also say goodbye to some incredible animals from the Topeka Zoo, Turtle Back Zoo, the Palm Beach Zoo, and Shedd Aquarium.We then move on to our other Zoo News stories.  This episode features stories from the Berlin Zoo, Honolulu Zoo, Woodland Park Zoo, Zoos Victoria, and the Creation Kingdom Zoo. In Conservation News, we talk about a crazy story of someone trying to transport animals in a unique way for the illegal pet trade, an interesting behavior documented in the wolves of Ethiopia, a whale stranding in New Zealand, yet another way oceanic plastics are bad, another animal being declared extinct, and an amazing success involving black footed ferrets. In Other News, we talk about a newly seen behavior in a snow leopard and a tiger that is going viral for reasons that may not be super great. LINK TO THE ROSSIFARI 2024 ORNAMENT: www.cappytrails.com ADDITIONAL DEALS: Peppermint Narwhal: Use offer code ROSSIFARI at peppermintnarwhal.com for 10% off your order from now through 12/20! Cappy Trails: The entire store is 25% off from 11/28 to 12/2, and from 12/3 to 1/1, all stickers are buy three get one free! Visit cappytrails.com Buoy Bottles: If you visit buoy.eco and email them saying you heard about the product on Rossifari, you'll get a bottle for $25 instead of $29! Zoo King (game): Visit saratogatoy.com and use coupon code ROSSIFARI on any Zoo King bundle to save $10 on your purchase! Tied In Knots Crocheting: Visit tied-in-knots-crocheting.square.site to find your new best friend! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

The state veterinarian shares the latest on Hawaiʻi's first outbreak of avian flu; The Honolulu Zoo is now home to Hawaiʻi's smallest native honeycreeper

Dateline: April 26, 2024. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!  Our Headline Story of the Week is a follow up about the San Francisco Bonus Episode last week, including a discussion of some follow ups and a big announcement from the zoo about panda bears.  We then get to our births for the week, which include exciting additions at Busch Gardens with some amazing help, the Nashville Zoo, Pueblo Zoo, the Staten Island Zoo, the Dallas Zoo, the Memphis Zoo, Zoo Tampa, the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium, Potawatomi Zoo, Chattanooga Zoo, a huge birth at Brevard Zoo, and the Cincinnati Zoo!We say goodbye to some beloved animals headlined by two wonderful red pandas that I loved dearly, Betsy and Scout. We also say goodbye to Karen, an ostrich at the Topeka Zoo, Fred the tegu at Capron Park Zoo, Scruffy the sun bear at the Honolulu Zoo, the oldest panda in Japan, and more. We then move on to our other Zoo News stories, including another opportunity to vote for some facilities you might love, a conservation success story from The Wilds, amazing stories about helping animals at Central Park Zoo and the Cincinnati Zoo, followups on the young lion that is getting help at Lincoln Park Zoo, the gorilla introductions at Cleveland, and the Miami SeaQuarium lease, and then a bunch of quick hits including stories from Rolling Hills Zoo, The Desert Museum, the Berlin Zoo, Brookfield Zoo, the Louisville Zoo, the Columbus Zoo, the Toronto Zoo, and the Tulsa Zoo. Then we end this section with a great example of transparency from Woodland Park Zoo. In Conservation News, we talk about an investigation into where plastic bags go when they get recycled, the lengths one country went to to stop a single invasive predator, a look at the current global coral bleaching event, and people being idiots with animals for social media credit. In Other News, we talk about coyotes and badgers being besties and an elephant on the loose. ROSSIFARI LINKS: www.rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok

In this episode….. your HiP 7 Day Forecast for week starting Friday April 19th to Friday April 26th 2024 plus EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES, Fun entertaining and educational In this episode, We will feature a news update on the findings of the Maui Fire Report, Kapiolani park becomes an emergancy runway and Honolulu Zoo celebrates a birthday . 7 activites on 4 islands, 7 concerts on 3islands , Lynid meteor shower and the foundation of hawaiian language with Tom e Stokes Jr.. Thank you for choosing Hawaii Posts to add alittle hawaiiana to your day….. Aw-right - Lets go! AG report on Maui wildfires shows lack of urgency from former MEMA head  KGMB HAWAII NEWS NOW https://youtu.be/t9_9nkfK6Dc?si=fGnw85cgWtXb3koc KHON https://youtu.be/GwajU4eSEc8?si=CBpIwZJnIDOLZiU3 https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/04/ags-report-shows-lack-of-communication-prevented-help-for-people-trapped-in-lahaina-fire/ https://www.khon2.com/hawaii-fires/maui-fires-phase-1-report-to-be-released-wednesday/ 4/17 Small plane makes ‘surreal' emergency landing at Kapiolani Park https://youtu.be/RnXC69wMrWQ?si=8S5OLrjg6-UERaeh KHON Akamu baby Rinocerose https://www.khon2.com/video/akamu-turns-one/9624047/ For links to surf weather events and concerts go to HawaiiPosts.com Episode 81 https://hawaiiposts.com/2024/01/08/tip-jar-donate-to-hawaii-posts/ all Music used by permission Most of the music is produced my company Field Trip Products as Blue Dé Surf Report Music: Salon Kingsadore : https://www.youtube.com/@salonkingsadore Brother Roland: https://youtu.be/hAwjyeKsHwk?si=oGOdivj_do6vDl4B https://youtu.be/hAwjyeKsHwk?si=oGOdivj_do6vDl4B

Dateline: January 5, 2024. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!  We start with our births section, featuring a new rhino at the Toronto Zoo, two squirrel monkey babies at the San Diego Zoo, a turaco chick at the Honolulu Zoo, baby babirusa born at San Antonio and Zoo Miami, and Sumatran tiger cubs born at the Auckland Zoo and Biopic Roma! We then go to our deaths, where we say goodbye to a giraffe at the Dallas Zoo, an okapi at the Denver Zoo, and a juvenile red panda at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Gardens. We then move on to our other Zoo News stories, including a whale of a tale from the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, an incredible donation to Zoo New England, an incredible birth announcement from Sedgwick County Zoo, a deep dive into naked mole rat power struggles, and so much more! In Conservation News, we talk about a distressed baby whale in Hawaii and how a human managed to make the situation worse, an amazing award for a Forest Guardian of Red Panda Network, some exciting news for right whale conservation, and an update on the whooping crane population in the US. And in Other News, we talk about animals that care about human labor struggles.ROSSIFARI LINKS: www.rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok

Dateline: October 27, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!  This entire episode is co-hosted by Daisy and Tessa from Trainer Talks and Tails!In Zoo News, we talk about a new baby giraffe at Oakland, three tiger cubs at Nashville, and ten new orioles at the National Zoo. We also say goodbye to some special animals at Chattanooga, Zoo Montana, and the New England Aquarium. Beyond that, we also discuss a new nocturnal area at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, a bintlet update from Zoo Atlanta, a new manatee exhibit at Jacksonville, an incredible procedure done to a tiger at the Honolulu Zoo...and so much more! In Conservation News, we talk about how a former rock star is an idiot (and why it pertains to conservation), a new study showing the perils facing amphibians, an incredible story about saving hippos in Africa, and how you can help Dr. Claire Madden help sea turtles! And in Other News, we talk about the world's oldest dog and tracking rats in New York City!TO HELP OUR FOX FRIENDS: www.saveafox.org Make sure you subscribe to Trainer Talks and Tails wherever you listen to Rossifari, and follow them on socials @trainertalksandtailsROSSIFARI LINKS: www.rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok

In this special Telling My Story episode of Zoo-notable, I share the origins of ZooFit, and sharing this program with others. Palm oil has become a "nope food" for me, specifically because of my time working with elephants. To honor Asian elephant Awareness Month, I'm closing this month's Zoo-notable with my story of Bamboo, the elephant, and my connection with visitors and conservation messages. What is ONE THING you can change to have a better impact on an animal you love dearly? Ride your bike for polar bears? Cut out plastic for sea turtles? Eliminate palm oil from your diet for elephants? Take better care of yourself and have a positive impact on the planet. Start feeling better so we can do better. Today, tomorrow, and forever. And if you are in Honolulu this week-- check out Brews for the Zoo at Aloha Beer Company on August 31. They have a special Indian Elephant Pale Ale in honor of Mari and Vaigai, the two elephants I work with nowadays at Honolulu Zoo. Check it out! Want to share your story? Want to give me thoughts on mine? Or recommend a book? Connect with me at ZooFit!

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Brian calls us about a girl named Tessa that he matched with on Bumble. They learn that they're both huge animal lovers, so he takes her out to the Honolulu Zoo one weekend for their first date. It was a fun time seeing the animals and she looked like she was enjoying herself, but when he tries to line up a second date, she tells him that she's been too busy. He wants to find out if that's the truth. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekeolashow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/TheKeolaShow

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Food bank supplies hit by inflation; Jill Tokuda runs for U.S. Congressional District 2; Halloween Hallowbaloo festival in Chinatown; After dark at the Honolulu Zoo and master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui

New survey data from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority shows kamaʻāina feelings on high visitor count; Ironman returns to Kona after hiatus; We find out what happens at the Honolulu Zoo after the sun goes down

In this episode we have a chat with Pat, the founder of Fins Magazine! In honor of world oceans day, we learn all about Gharials- the crocodile's pescatarian cousin! Chelsea will be reporting live for fins magazine from the Honolulu Zoo at to teach us a more child friendly version (as our podcast is ALWAYS explicit!) of these animals on June 8 at 9 am Hawaii time! Links: www.fins-magazine.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/savethemermaids/support

This week The TV Boys sit down to discuss Nicole Kidman. You already know about her films, so pull up a chair and learn about her TV work as well.

The Honolulu Zoo is on high alert after two of their lions tested positive for COVID-19, the state is launching its first distance-learning program for Hawaiian Immersion schools, and we learn about the impact of ALS on our local community.

Have you found yourselves brainstorming about what to do with the kids before they head back to school? Why not take them to the Honolulu Zoo!? With restrictions loosened and new animals added to the lineup, so much has changed since you've probably been there last ... and there's so much to see! Linda Santos, the first female director in the zoo's history, joins us this week on 'Muthaship' to give us an update on the zoo's happenings, the best times to see the animals in action and a rundown of the most popular educational keiki programs.

Have you found yourselves brainstorming about what to do with the kids before they head back to school? Why not take them to the Honolulu Zoo!? With restrictions loosened and new animals added to the lineup, so much has changed since you've probably been there last ... and there's so much to see! Linda Santos, the first female director in the zoo's history, joins us this week on 'Muthaship' to give us an update on the zoo's happenings, the best times to see the animals in action and a rundown of the most popular educational keiki programs.

Jeff calls us about a girl named Ellie he met on Bumble. Jeff says Ellie is really cool girl, super smart, a nurse and has a great smile. He says that he wanted to be safe for their date and do something a little different, so they went to the Honolulu Zoo. Jeff said it was a gorgeous day and Ellie was even more beautiful in person. He says the date went great, he got her a cute stuffed animal at the end, but she hasn't responded to him ever since. He's at a loss as to what the issue is. (Originally aired on 102.7 Da Bomb on April 22nd, 2021)

Humans sang before we created language, some linguists say. Is our first language the best way to communicate with dogs? Can Music Calm an Anxious Dog? Babies who fuss and cry all night are not resting well ... and neither are their parents. Heartbeat Lullabies, a hit recording from hit music producer Terry Woodford, helped. Everyone from NICU nurses to parents sent gratitude ... and then the Honolulu Zoo, animal shelters, and exhausted dog moms. Turns out, what works for babies works for animals, too. Joshua Leeds, music producer and bio-acoustics expert, joins us to explain why. Surviving the Loss of Three Dogs in A Year They say bad things happen in threes, and the year 2020 amplified that by about twenty bajillion. For Lori Levine and her family, the losses last year were in part canine: three family dogs died. Lori joins us to explain how her own history with grieving -- and a special Warren Zevon song -- helped her to cope. If you wonder how you will face your dog's death, Lori's expert advice will help … because this celebrity marketing expert has a lifetime of hard-won wisdom to share. For a great companion piece, listen to the full interview on our sister show The Long Leash. The Hydrant Jim and Pam stop by the hydrant to sniff out the latest dog gossip, innuendo, @jokes, and notes. Terry Woodford – Canine Lullabies Terry Woodford is a hit record producer, music publisher, songwriter, and recording engineer. He's written music and songs for The Commodores, Jimmy Buffet, The Temptations, Alabama, Hank Williams Jr., Wayne Newton, Barbara Mandrell, Mac McAnally, John Kay of Steppenwolf, The Supremes, Hot and many others. He teaches about the music business and has deep roots in the Nashville music industry. His baby CD, Heartbeat Lullabies, was a huge hit with parents ... and then with dog parents. His dog lullaby CD, Canine Lullabies, has been used to calm dogs all over the world, quickly. Available upon request for free to shelters, humane societies, and animal clinics. Canine Lullabies: https://caninelullabies.com/ Terry Woodford Website: www.terrywoodford.net Joshua Leeds – iCalmPet Joshua Leeds is a music producer specializing in psycho- and bio-acoustics. Psychoacoustics is the study of the perception of sound. This includes how we listen, our psychological responses, and the physiological impact of music and sound upon the human nervous system. Bioacoustics is the study of animals and sound. Joshua has focused on the bioacoustic aspect of how human sound affects animals. He is the author of three books, his most recent of which, Soundwork on a Hot Rock, will be published in 2021. https://icalmpet.com/ https://www.joshualeeds.com/ Lori Levine Lori Levine, founder of Flying Television, is a pioneer in the world of strategic entertainment marketing and events. The driving force behind some of the most recognizable entertainment promotions and parties of the past decade, Lori harnesses the power of celebrity to elevate brands above the clutter of the modern media landscape. As a talent executive for NBC's “Late Night with Conan O'Brien,” Lori earned widespread acclaim for her ability to keep the show at the cutting edge of pop culture and ensure a constant flow of A-list guests. The list of celebrities who look to her for insight and counsel – among them Kate Hudson, Usher, Will Smith, Robert Downey Jr., Jimmy Fallon, and Kim Kardashian – is a testament to her ability to make and keep friends close.   Social Media Instagram: @FlyingTV, @LoriLevineFTV LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-levine-721b9b4/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlyingTelevision/ Here's What We Found at The Hydrant Turnspit Dogs: https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2014/05/13/311127237/turnspit-dogs-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-vernepator-cur Do Dogs Laugh? https://phys.org/news/2021-05-animals-analysis-vocalization.html

Grab your snorkel because today, the Safari is heading to Hawaii, to talk to zookeeper Sam Evans of The Honolulu Zoo! We talk all about the perks and challenges of being a zoo on an island, and even get a bit of a lesson about snakes on Guam! We also hear all about some of the adorable animals Sam takes care of, including cheetahs and bongos! The bongo names alone are worth the listen! EPISODE LINKS: @zookeeper_samantha @thehonoluluzoo www.honoluluzoo.org SHOW LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari - Support the pod and get bonus content, including from this episode! rossifari.redbubble.com - Merch rossifari.com - Website stuff! @rossifari on Insta and Facebook!

Trashing the Islands, Kauai; Surf & Space; Changes at the Police Commission; Honolulu Zoo Accreditation; Lei Day Celebrations

- Strong and gusty winds, with an increase in showers statewide beginning Friday. - One lane closed near Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park due to downed utility poles. - Hawaii Island: Kohala Elementary, Kohala Middle and Kohala High School closed due to power outage. - Two men are hospitalized, one in critical condition following a crash on the H2 Freeway. - Six people are also hospitalized this morning following an ATV crash. - The suspect accused of stabbing a woman on Tuesday in Waipahu just recently came to Hawaii. - Big Island coffee thefts. - Police are investigating a crash that injured four people, one critically. - Confirmed that Olive Garden is coming to Hawaii. Tune in right back here tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. It's EVERYTHING YOU NEED 2 KNOW, with KHON 2GO!

Today, we take a trip to the Honolulu Zoo. Its accreditation is up in the air. Its revolving door of zoo directors has been part of its problem. Funding is the other. Its location in Waikiki has long been debated. Today we look back at its history as we look toward its future. The zoo opened its doors in 1915. It marks its 105th anniversary next year, as a national accreditation team comes to visit.

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com 40 years as Hawaii's musical iconic duo. Leon & Malia's 40 year musical journey as Hawaii's iconic duo highlighting their performances from the Honolulu Zoo to the London Symphony, composing for the National Geographic, Hokule'a, Keiki albums and TV shows, Waikiki Hotels and around the world. The host for this episode is Marsha Joyner. The guests for this episode are Leon Siu and Malia Siu.

Hawaii Posts episode 2 features 7 Day Surf Weather and Events featuring Great Music and interviews with Roy Sakuma founder of the 48th Annual Ukulele Festival Hawaii, Peter Luongo the Luongo Ukulele Experience Ensemble, NZ Senior Ukulele Squad, Kanazawa Ukulele Junior Orchestra, Connor Wink From Hawaiiposts.com ROY SAKUMA’S WILDEST SHOW IN TOWN CONCERT, UKELELES AT THE ZOO Tom E StokesJuly 13, 2018 I caught up with Roy Sakuma, the founder and organizer of the Ukulele Festival Hawaii , at the Honolulu Zoo while he set up for the first event in the week running up to Sunday’s 48th Annual Hawaii Ukulele festival.  The event at the zoo was the Wildest Show In Town Concert, which brought together several of the participating musicians and bands from this weekends upcoming festival.  Roy didn’t just start a festival that has inspired nearly a hundred other Ukulele festivals, but also though his 40+ years 0f teachings and lessons he has revived the interest in ukulele not only here in Hawaii but around the world. He explained to me how he came up with the idea as a park keeper at working at Kapiolani park in 1970. He was a city & county employee with a dream. Roy believes following your dreams is essential. He says “When you put your mind to it dreams come true. To follow your dreams is one of the great things we should do because many time we already have a perceived notion that we can’t do it. BUT Nothing is impossible and it will lead us to great things in life.” Roys charitable organization: Ukulele Festival Hawaii is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable organization established in 2004 by Roy and Kathy Sakuma who have dedicated their life’s work to preserving interest and spreading the joy of the ukulele through free ukulele festivals, lessons, community events, college scholarships and the donation of ukulele to the underprivileged. Roy added, “Were coming together for the love of the ukulele.  Ukulele Festival Hawaii’s mission is to bring laughter, love and hope to children and adults throughout Hawaii and the world through the music of the ukulele.” An Ukulele player from Kananzawa prefecture in Japan, the Junior Ukulele Orchestra, Mako echoed those sentiments, she says “The theme is peace, the ukulele makes people happy and happiness is peace” In addition to Japan, ukulele players are here from New Zealand, California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington D.C., Nevada, Virginia and plenty of summers and pickers from around the islands. I visited with a few of the folks. The kids from New Zealand Senior Ukulele Squad talked about what they hope to do on the island while here. Getting in the water and playing under a coconut tree seemed to top the list. Two of them, Nitto and Allen played a quick jam for us. I also met with Danielle Hunt, from Reno Nevada who has has played Ukulele for 6 years and bought her first Blue Dolphin ukulele in California but learned to play and sing with Peter Luongo Ukulele Experience  Ensemble. Peter Luongo from the B.C. Canada, formed his band the Luongo Ukulele Experience Ensemble. in  Reno Nevada. Peter's has had this group together for 2 years and performing in Hawaii at the Ukulele festival is the highlight of the ensemble's experiences. Paul Plans on taking all 20 of his band members to the Ukulele Festival Hawaii Gala on Friday night. Peter says "We not only see the benefits of the festival as an opportunity to show around the world different skills and different levels different things going on in the ukulele community. We also know the Gala is for the greater good and that gala fundraiser is one we openly accept it and gladly bought in to." Come and join us at the “Ukulele Festival Hawaii Gala” on Friday, July 13, 2018 at 5:30 pm at the Ala Moana Hotel. Ukulele silent auction, dinner and great entertainment by Na Hoku Hanohano Group of the Year Kapena. Sunrise anchor of Hawaii News Now, Steve Uyehara, serves as master of ceremonies. – Ukulele Festival Hawaii 2018 Peter Luongo from B.C. Canada directs his band the Luongo Ukulele Experience Ensemble as they play and sing Koke’e (photo tomestokes) Peter and his band played two songs impromptu for us. One is a jam and the other is a classic hawaiian song  “Koke’e” by Dennis Kamakahi. Being surrounded by the Luongo Ukulele Experience Ensemble on the zoo lawn, with 20 musicians unplugged was an experience i will never forget. I hope everyone gets to experience the power of music in the way i did. You can hear it on the show in its entirety, I moved the microphone around the circle as they played so different instruments are highlighted at random moments. Keahi shares with us on the show, how the Koke’e lyrics translate.(lyrics and Tab for Koke’e located at end of story) Connor Wink from Australia with his manager and mother Tracey Wink We also visited with a 19 year old Ukulele player from down under.  Connor Wink has his own album and website, www.connorwink.com.au .Through his music and social media sites he raised over $100,000 for stem cell treatment to treat his visual impairment. He can see light now but is still technically blind and that doesn’t;t hold him back from pursuing a music career.  Check out his website and consider supporting Connor. This sunday the 48th Annual Ukulele Festival Hawaii at the Waikiki Bandshell. Admission is free.  You can stop by the Roys website and see how you can support Roy and spread the joy of Ukulele. story by Thomas Gaupp (tomestokes) July 12, 2018

Maholo for listening -- I'm dividing Oahu and Maui into two episodes. Travelling without schedule or equipment (1:30), Moonlight and La La Land review (10:28), Honolulu first impressions (19:40), Waikiki beach choice (26:00), Honolulu Zoo and seeing NFL players (29:41), Food, bar, whatever diving and people watching in general (35:50), Korean tourists and wedding photos(41:50), LPGA tour (44:25), Oahu northwest (52:19). Intro: Jim Johnston (WWE) - The Truth Reigns

Hello, and welcome. We are going to talk with our Field Correspondent, Stephanie Arne from the Honolulu Zoo about Sloths. If you were lucky enough to spot one in the trees of the South American rain forest, it would look like a stringy clump of moss and algae in the branches overhead. It wouldn't seem to move, because they move so slowly. And because they live upside down, hanging from tree branches, you wouldn't recognize one as being an animal at all. But when you get to know a sloth that has been all cleaned up, you find that they are delightful creatures and down-right cute. Well, thanks to Stephanie, we are going to get to know Sloths. Questions or Comments? Send them to: ken@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Sloths with Stephanie Arne on Pet Life Radio

We have our field correspondent Stephanie Arne, from the Honolulu Zoo, with us today to talk to us about a gorgeous, and extremely rare little primate from the rain forests of Brazil, called the Golden Lion Tamarin. They once roamed the vast forest that stretched from the Atlantic coast to the lnland mountain range of Serra do Mar. They are highly adapted to their environment, which is one reason for concern: fully 99% of their original primary forests has been cut down for agriculture and housing construction. How many are left? Can they be brought back? How do they live and reproduce? We will learn much about these delightful golden creatures. In addition, we are going to hear some rainforest music from Dr. Jones' collection - 2 tracks from "Cusco - Apurimac ll, Return to Ancient America", the 1994 album by Michael Holm & Kristian Shultze. As our jungle species for today is South American, so is our music tropical American. Notice the beautiful pan flutes indicative of the people of the American tropical rain forests. Questions or Comments? Send them to: ken@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Golden Lion Tamarin with Stephanie Arne of the Honolulu Zoo on Pet Life Radio var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Our Field Correspondent, Stephanie Arne, from the Honolulu Zoo, joins us for a conversation about Sumatran Tigers. These large, beautiful carnivores exist at the top of the food chain. The island of Sumatra is the only place where tigers, rhinos, orangutans and elephants live together and the presence of the Sumatran tiger is an important indicator of biodiversity in that forest. Protecting tigers and their habitat means many other species benefit- including humans. However, tigers suffer near extinction due primarily to habitat loss and poaching. Most of the lush tropical rain forests, over 80%, on Sumatra have been destroyed by logging and Oil Palm plantations. Questions or Comments? Send them to: ken@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Sumatran Tigers with Stephanie Arne on Pet Life Radio var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Dr. Jones continues his discussion with Stephanie Arne, our zoo and wildlife Field Corespondent, of Orangutans at the Honolulu Zoo, Rusti and Violet. Also, Kelly Patterson, our exclusive exotic food and drink correspondent, reports on chocolate, with recipes, including a cocktail she invented, 'Tarzan's Love Call' Questions or Comments? Send them to: ken@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Orangutans Part 2 on Pet Life Radio

Stephanie Arne from the Honolulu Zoo discusses general aspects of Orangutans in the wilds of Borneo and Sumatra, their diet, habitat, and behaviors. Also discussion with Dr. Jones about causes of rainforest destruction in their part of the world and what we can do about it. Questions or Comments? Send them to: ken@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Orangutans on Pet Life Radio

Bartholomew: Hey guys. So last week I took my family to the zoo where we watched a show about orangutans. I was a little upset to hear that they’re declining in numbers. Anyway, last night I met up with Nicole Ruiz, a Stanford student interested in orangutan conservation, and she let me in on the little things that make orangutans so special. Tune in to find out what I learned! Interview: B: Hi Nicole, thanks for taking the time out to speak with me. So what can you tell me about orangutans? What makes them so special? N: So I’d like to begin by giving you a little background of where they live. Wild orangs are located on either the island of Sumatra or Borneo. Sumatran orangutans are more critically endangered, though. They have a population of about 7000. Bornean orangutans have a population of about 50000. I don’t know if you know this, but orangutans are one of the great apes. This includes chimps, gorillas, bonobos, humans, and, of course, orangutans. B: Wait--so are you telling me these animals are close relatives of humans? N: Yeah it’s pretty amazing! Did you know that orangutans actually share approximately 97% of their DNA with us? Scientists first sequenced orangutan’s genome with a female Sumatran orang named Suzie. B: No, I didn’t know that, but that’s amazing! I noticed how calm and quiet they were in the zoo, not at all like the chimps. N: Great observation! Orangutans are extremely gentle and shy. They’re probably the gentlest great apes. Studies have shown that baby orangs have an exceptionally close attachment to their mothers. She spends 8 years non-stop teaching her offspring how to survive. So then after those 8 years, they’ll separate and start living in solidarity. I personally think that this special attachment makes orangutans unique and awesome. B: Their offspring must learn a lot from their moms if they’re with them for 8 years, right? N: They learn so much from their mothers, especially through cultural behaviors that are passed down from generation to generation.  Different orangs have different family traditions! This, in turn, creates different orangutan behavior and culture. If there are two orangutans that live on opposite sides of Borneo, they won’t have the same set of behaviors. This is just due to the way they’re brought up. This is the old nature vs. nuture story, just as in us humans! B: I never knew that animals acted so similarly to humans. N: Also remember that orangutans are important for more than just being similar to humans. Another unique feature is the color of their hair. You may have noticed that they’re red and orange. Other great apes are black and brown in color. They don’t have that nice color that orangutans have. But aside from their color, orangutans are important members of the tropical forests they are found in.  They help in forest regeneration. Since most of their diet consists of fruit, they end up spreading the fruits’ seeds via their feces. This actually helps grow more plants in their environment. B: Well who knew that spreading feces could actually result in a very positive outcome! Well, when I learn about these animals I want to know what is making them threatened. N: Two major problems that are affecting orangs are deforestation and illegal poaching. The more the forests are destroyed, the fewer orangs that can exist. There are groups, such as the Centre for Orangutan Protection, that are trying to stop deforestation. There definitely are laws in place to stop illegal capture or killing of orangs, but they are tough to enforce without adequate funding for patrols.  B: That’s terrible, but all this makes me want to learn more and to take action.  Thanks so much for talking with me today, Nicole. 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