The hosts delve into the ecological impact of human presence on animals, exploring anti-predator behaviors and how fear affects population numbers. They also touch on the potential of ecotourism for conservation and ethical considerations, before wrapping up with an article mention and sponsor message.
Ian Sample meets the conservation biologist Liana Zanette, whose recently published research demonstrates that humans are now the super predator, inciting more fear in wild animals than even lions. She explains the ramifications of this knowledge for conservation techniques and the protection of endangered animals. Help support our independent journalism at
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