The purpose of this podcast is to educate and entertain listeners as we explore the animals of the natural world.
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Monkeys are some of the mischievous creatures on this planet, but they are also some of the most intelligent. Learn about the major groups of monkeys, and learn how they are vastly different. Learn about where these groups of monkeys live, and the amazing adaptations that they have developed, such as prehensile tails. Get ready to learn about monke…
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Get ready to learn about seals and sea lions, some of the cutest mammals ever! These animals are very cute, but are also very interesting, and some, extraordinary, with no other living species like them! These aquatic animals are divided into three groups, and each of these groups are equally fascinating! So have fun, and enjoy learning about them …
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An aardvark is one of the most peculiar and interesting species on the planet, but what is it? What type of animal is it? Where does it live? What does it eat? How does it defend itself against predators? What makes it unique? All of these questions, and more, will be answered in this episode!
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What is an ungulate? Well, it's many things. It's a hoofed animal, and it's most likely a mammal, a herbivore, and a four legged animal known as a quadruped. Most ungulates are well known and adored by us, but some lead secretive lives, and are not known to the general public. Get ready to learn about them, and many more ungulates, in this podcast!…
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Scavengers are some of the most important animals. They make sure that habitats, environments, and ecosystems remain healthy, and free of any disease that deceased animals may carry. They are adaptable as well, able to survive in many different habitats, even new ones that humans have created. Get ready to learn about scavengers, which are some of …
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Amphibians may seem like they are powerless and vulnerable, but this group of animals is more than capable of being able to defend themselves. They have evolved a wide variety of techniques, which they use to survive and thrive in an inhospitable world full of dangerous predators, such as camouflage, poison, and limb regeneration. I hope you enjoy …
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Get ready everyone! This is the season three trailer of the Animal Excellency Podcast! We are starting a new season with the New Year! Be sure to comment, rate, subscribe, and share! So, get excited, and get ready for new episodes every Sunday! Enjoy learning something new about the animal kingdom! I'll see you next time!…
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How is an alligator different than a crocodile? What is a caiman? What is a gharial? All of these questions, and more, will be answered in this episode! We will learn about the origins of these ancient crocodilians, and how their effective hunting techniques and anatomy have allowed them to survive for millions of years! These crocodilians have spr…
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The Harpy Eagle is the largest and most powerful eagle in South America. It is at the top of the food chain, feeding on sloths, monkeys, and anything it can get its claws on. Listen to learn more about the creature that has claws that rival a grizzly bear’s.
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The toothed whales are smaller in size than baleen whales, but they make up for it in another way. Their intelligence. Toothed whales are incredibly smart, and some species even have their own language. These very social creatures are usually found in groups, or pods. Their social activity coupled with the fact that they use echolocation to discove…
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Baleen. It is made of the same material as our fingernails and hair. Yet, its purpose is very different. Find out what baleen is used for, and why it is so important to this subgroup known as the baleen whales. Most are massive, yet they feed on some of the tiniest prey in the ocean. Enjoy listening to this episode about some of the largest ocean-g…
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Are grizzly bears the vicious man-eaters we make them out to be? How can I distinguish it from other bears? Why are they CALLED grizzly bears? All of these questions, and more will be answered in this episode! It's time to learn about one of North America's most powerful predators.
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Mutualism is mutually beneficial! Both organsims involved benefit, whether it be through fertilization, a possibility to feast, and the possibility to be clean. All for free! These organisms definitely have, out of all of the symbiotic relationships, the best interaction out of all of them. This is a win-win situation!…
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It is hard to confirm that an organism is unaffected by a symbiotic relationship. However, in this episode, you will learn about commensalism and what makes it a unique and interesting type of symbiotic relationship! Get ready to experience examples of commensalism in the natural world!
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Parasites. Nobody wants them, but they wants us. They rely on hosts to survive, breed, and thrive. These gross and strange creatures make a living by feeding on their host's resources. This episode may be disturbing, but it is important to learn about all of the natural relationships in the animal world! Get ready to learn about the creatures that …
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It's a duck! It's a beaver! No, it's a platypus! Get ready to learn about this unique animal! This is a one of a kind mammal, with special adaptations that help it thrive in its underwater habitat. This ancient relic is a glimpse into our past, but is also a revolutionary result of evolution, standing the test of time. How long has it stood the tes…
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Invasive species are a serious danger to native wildlife populations as well as the areas they inhabit. Even so, how will I know what an invasive species is? What makes them stand out from other species? What kind of damage are they capable of? What can be done to prevent this peril? You will learn all of this, and more, in this episode of the Anim…
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Get ready to learn about the Four Pests Campaign! Learn how China’s most infamous pests, flies, mosquitoes, rats, and Eurasian tree sparrows, impacted Chinese citizens, and what that meant for their food supplies. How are these pests connected to the Great Chinese Famine? Listen to find out!
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The Great Emu War Of 1932 was a humiliating defeat for Australia, as they tried to win a war against their own national bird.
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Welcome to season two! This brand new season will introduce you to many different aspects of the animal world! Symbiosis, wars, and individual animal episodes will all be discussed, and much more! Get ready for this exciting debut!
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This episode allows you to enter the world of spineless animals! Here, you will learn about how they feed, care for their young, and live in sophisticated colonies. These creatures are incredibly widespread, and they have been here for 600 million years! This episode will also conclude this wonderful season, as we enter a brand new phase!…
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Listeners will have a complete understanding of where fish came from, and how they have diversified and blossomed into three successful classes. Adaptations that fishes have, and the process of how fish control their buoyancy will be discussed. This, and much more, will be discussed in this episode!
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Listeners will have an in-depth understanding of what an amphibian is, and where they came from. You will learn about the extraordinary adaptations that help amphibians survive, and how the life cycle of an amphibian works. Get ready for an entertaining and exciting episode!
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Explore the world of reptiles and find out when they evolved, what the purpose of scales are, what the different groups of reptiles are, and how evolutionary advantages has helped this group thrive for millions of years.
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Listeners will a comprehensive understanding of what a bird is, how they fly, and how they evolved. This will a be journey through bird evolution as well as a study of bird beaks, wings, and nests. From their seasonal migrations to their multiple uses of feathers, this episode will explain how diverse the bird world really is.…
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Listeners will be able to experience the world of mammals and have an in-depth perception of the mammals that led us down this evolutionary path.
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The Animal Excellency Podcast will educate as well as interest you about the animal world. This podcast will teach you what should you, and what isn't well known about the world's animals. We are going to explore this exciting world, and learn together along the way. I hope you enjoy this podcast!
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