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Episode 129: Penguins
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Length:
74 minutes
Released:
Oct 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Whether it be because of their unique shape, comical walking or extreme ecology, there can be no denying that penguins are incredibly popular and charismatic animals. But what actually makes a penguin a penguin and how are they different from other birds? Have penguins always been, well, 'penguiny'? Joining us for this interview are Simone Giovanardi and Daniel Thomas who have just described a new species of giant penguin from New Zealand. Together, we explore penguin evolution and how their new species Kairuku waewaeroa fits into this story.
Released:
Oct 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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