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62 | King Cobras with Gowri Shankar
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Length:
72 minutes
Released:
Oct 7, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
Dr. Jenkins sits down with Gowri Shankar to talk about one of the world's most iconic snakes, the King Cobra. They start off talking about Gowri’s career and the amazing snake diversity in India. They then do a deep dive into King Cobra natural history including movements, habitat, diet and reproduction. Finally, they discuss Gowri’s PhD research which has split the King Cobras into 4 species. Stay tuned to hear the story about the time Gowri was bitten by a King Cobra.Connect with Gowri at The King Cobra Conservancy.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.
Released:
Oct 7, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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