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[Rebroadcast] Is it too late to save the Japanese giant salamander?

Apr 26, 2023

29:24

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Episode notes

Introduction

2min

The Japanese Giant Salamander

3min

The History of the Japanese Giant Salamander

2min

The Japanese Giant Salamander's Status in the Wild

3min

The Effects of Weirs on Japanese Gigantic Salamanders

4min

The Dangers of Concrete Structures in Japan's Waters

4min

The Importance of Ramps in the Nawa River Basin

3min

The Importance of Conservation in Japan

3min

The Importance of Supporting Japanese Giant Salamander Conservation

3min

10.

How to Save the Japanese Giant Salamander

4min

The team at Deep Dive is taking a needed break. In the meantime, check out this podcast from December in which we speak with environment journalist Mara Budgen about the trouble facing the Japanese giant salamander.
Hosted by Shaun McKenna and produced by Dave Cortez.

On this episode:
Shaun McKenna: Articles | Twitter | InstagramMara Budgen: Articles | Twitter

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The race to save the Japanese giant salamander (Mara Budgen, The Japan Times)

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Photo: The Japanese giant salamander has been protected as a cultural property under Japanese law since it was declared a “special natural monument” in 1952. | GETTY IMAGES

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