AmphibiCast
AmphibiCast is the Original Amphibian Focused Podcast. Each weekly episode features informative and educational content for hobbyists, naturalists, ecologists, pet enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates frogs, toads and salamanders.
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Episode 44. Global Amphibian Decline with Dr. Jake Kerby
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Dan Drobates
Many of us are aware of global amphibian decline on some level. But have you ever wanted to know about the real causes behind it? -If so, this is the episode you have been waiting for! Tonight I am joined by Dr. Jacob Kerby. Dr. Kerby is Associate Chair of Biology at the University of South Dakota and he is also a leading expert on global amphibian decline. In this episode we talk about everything from amphibian diseases, the effects of pollution and tile drainage, Dr. Kerby's role as a member of the BSAL task force ,and we even talk about how some frogs calls are unique "dialects" based on location.
For more information please visit the Kerby Lab at dakotaherps.org