No Such Thing As A Fish 520: No Such Thing As A Prehistoric Air Fryer
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Feb 29, 2024 The podcast discusses swooping birds, shooting baskets, gaming downloads, and grilling dinosaurs. From magpie behavior in Australia to the evolution of netball and women's basketball, the hosts cover a wide range of interesting topics. They also explore the catastrophic effects of a massive asteroid impact and delve into gaming and culinary innovations, including mammoth meatballs and Cookie Clicker.
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Magpies Remove Trackers Altruistically
- Australian magpies dislike being studied and actively remove tracking devices from themselves and others.
- They exhibit altruism by helping fellow magpies to pick off trackers, showing complex social behavior.
Magpies Target Specific Humans
- Magpies target specific individuals because they recognize human faces.
- Bald people and children wearing uniforms or face coverings are more likely to be swooped due to perceived threats or past experiences.
Tips to Avoid Magpie Attacks
- To avoid magpie attacks, draw eyes on the back of your bald head or wear sunglasses on the back of your head.
- Being nice and feeding magpies can create bonds that prevent attacks in their territories.