Cool Facts About Animals

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Special Earth Day Animal Episode! Apr 21, 2018

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Earth Day is April 22! You may not know this, but all of us *love* the earth. It's where all the animals we love live! In this episode we talk about five different animals (polar bear, Adelie penguin, sea turtle, coral, and monarch butterfly) and how they're affected by climate change. This made us a little sad, so we also came up with five ways that all of us – even kids! – can make a difference.

No creature quiz this time guys, but submit your idea for how you can make a difference – or better yet, send a picture! – and we will send you a sticker.

This episode is done in conjunction with some other Kids Listen podcasters. Check out Earth Day episodes from Ear Snacks, Little Stories for Tiny People, and Tumble Science Podcast for Kids.

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Red Fox Apr 12, 2018

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The fox is the most widespread and abundant wild carnivore in the world. On this episode, we're talking about the red fox, which is like a compass in some important ways. It can also pounce higher and farther than any of us—we tried. Find out more about the red fox on this episode, and thanks to Sangam for the listener request!

Here are some links to check out. Here's the red fox using the magnetic field to hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2SoGHFM18I

And here's the red fox with the golf ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ul_fxYUgurg

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The Rhino and Its Horn Apr 03, 2018

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On this episode we are taking about the five species of rhinos, how some are on the brink of extinction, and why. We also talk about poop, because that's what we do best.

Thanks so much to Chaitanya for the suggestion!

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Bearded Dragon Mar 26, 2018

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So many cool facts about this animal. It can change color for multiple reasons, and on multiple parts of its body, it can change sex based on chromosomes and how hot it is outside, and it makes a great pet too! Check it out here.

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Bengal Tiger Mar 20, 2018

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There aren't many tigers left in the world, but most of the ones that remain are Bengals. This beautiful striped animal is a ferocious hunter, excellent camouflager, and tricked by something as simple as a rubber mask. Hear all about this magnificent animal here!

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Inland Taipan Mar 17, 2018

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It's the most venomous snake in the world, but not the most deadly! This reclusive snake can deliver a punch of poison powerful enough to kill 100 men and a quarter of a million mice! Wow! Learn about the reason behind its coloring, its deadly strike, and more on this episode.

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Moose Mar 10, 2018

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This episode we are talking about the elusive moose. (Thanks Aunt Martha for the suggestion!) In this episode we learn surprising facts about how often the moose attacks, when the moose is in prime antler mode, how they make their antlers nice and shiny, and their ability to use their hooves like tools. They're super tall and super cool. Learn more about them here.

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Narwhal Mar 06, 2018

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On this episode, we learn about the unicorn of the sea - also known as the narwhal. The narwhal is probably most known for its distinctive tusk, or tooth, that spirals out from its mouth. That tusk can do all sorts of things, including maybe even being able to sense danger from forming ice floes. Check out the episode, and don't forget to answer our creature quiz to get a Cool Facts About Animals sticker.

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Flying Fish Mar 03, 2018

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The flying fish. It's a fish that flies! A fish. That. Files. How cool is that? It's so cool that at least one country has worked its entire calendar around it. Check out the episode to find out which one.

Special thanks to our buddy Finn for suggesting the animal! We will be sending a Cool Facts About Animals sticker his way. If you want one too, let us know!

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Jaguar Feb 27, 2018

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We get a little silly this episode talking about Jaguar's favorite animal, the jaguar. You'll learn how to spot (no put intended) the differences between a jaguar and a leopard, whether a black panther even exists, and hear once more about animals that like to pee and poop to let other animals know to stay back. Come learn and have fun with us!

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