Amazing Wildlife: A San Diego Zoo Podcast

Southern White Rhino: The Social Crasher

Amazing Wildlife examines a subspecies of the second largest land mammal on the planet, the white rhinoceros. Hosts Rick and Ebone give insight to how the Southern White Rhino marks its’ territory, their affinity for mud, and their complex social structure. The duo discusses the theory of how the white rhino got its name through miscommunication between languages and share current solutions on how to save this species that is declining due to threats of poaching. Later, Rick answers questions from one of our young listeners!  If you have a question for Amazing Wildlife you can send them to wildlife@iheartmedia.com for your chance to hear it on the show!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Did you know that in the world of elephants the females are the ones in charge? Or that a grizzly bear's bite is strong enough to crush a bowling ball? Amazing Wildlife gives a behind-the-scenes look inside the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park to gain insight on rare species and to explore the ongoing conservation efforts to save endangered wildlife no matter how big or small. Join us as hosts Rick Schwartz and now Marco Wendt transport listeners around the globe to highlight the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s collaborative efforts with local communities to drive positive change for the future of animals and plants. Through one-of-a-kind stories, you’ll hear what it takes to create a healthy next chapter for not only wildlife, but also for the people that share their habitats.