Larissa DeSantis

Join paleontologist Larissa DeSantis from Vanderbilt University as she unravels the mysteries of Ice Age Australia, home to colossal creatures like giant kangaroos and killer wombats. The discussion delves into the environmental challenges these megafauna faced, including climate change and the arrival of humans. Explore the dietary habits and adaptations of these ancient animals, and learn about the critical factors leading to their extinction. Larissa's insights paint a vivid picture of a lost world and urge a deeper understanding of conservation today.