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From Near Extinction to 5 Million: The American Alligator's Comeback with Coyote Peterson

By 1967, the American alligator — a reptile whose lineage predates the dinosaurs — had been hunted, skinned and pushed to the edge of extinction. Twenty years later it wa

The People Who Refused to Let Grizzly Bears Disappear with Wes Larson

At their lowest point, fewer than 1,000 grizzly bears remained in the lower 48 states — pushed out of 98% of their historic range by bounties, poison, and fear. In this e

How Coffee Is Bringing Songbirds Back with Kirstin Hill

Each spring, North America comes alive with a familiar and magical sound — the dawn chorus of songbirds returning home after journeys spanning thousands of miles. But beh

The Green Sea Turtle's Impossible Comeback with Jeff Corwin

In the 1970s, the Green Sea Turtle was vanishing. Poaching, egg harvesting, and habitat loss had crashed global numbers by 67%, landing one of the ocean's most treasured

Introducing Back From the Brink, from Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom

What does it take to save a species on the edge? From the iconic television show, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, comes Back From the Brink, a podcast celebrating the mo

The Sounds of Beluga Whales

Conversations of squeaks, whistles and buzzes are an important way that beluga whales communicate in the dark depths of the ocean. In this episode, Dr. Kristin Westdal of

The Incredible Resilience of Polar Bears

As climate change rapidly melts Arctic sea ice, polar bears could face near extinction by the end of the century. But thanks to the work of dedicated conservationists,  t

Restoring the Bison, Reviving the Prairie

Bison may no longer be on the brink of extinction, but their journey is far from over. With dwindling genetic diversity and the absence of natural selection, these prairi

Sharks: Guardians of Our Oceans

The Bahamas stands as the only nation in the world to establish a shark sanctuary encompassing its entire marine environment. In this episode, we speak with Bahamian biol

The Coati Comeback: Brevard Zoo’s Breeding Success

For seven years, North American zoos saw no coati births, leaving their population shrouded in uncertainty. But at Brevard Zoo in Florida, a groundbreaking milestone chan

Saving Nature’s Biggest Fish: Whale Sharks

Whale sharks face a constant threat from hunting, with thousands killed each year for their fins. In this episode, Kelly Link, a biologist at the Georgia Aquarium, recoun

Hope for the Wild: Stories From the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Community, Part 2

Ever wondered why some people and animals form such strong bonds? Or why these connections are so vital to our well-being? In this episode, we continue with more stories

Hope for the Wild: Stories From the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Community, Part 1

Every year, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) hosts its annual conference, bringing together zoo and aquarium professionals dedicated to wildlife conservation.

Uncovering the Elusive Ocelot

Fewer than 100 ocelots remain in the United States, making these rare wild cats incredibly difficult to study and protect. Filmmaker and Wildlife Biologist Ben Masters di

How Tech Can Save Right Whales

With fewer than 360 North Atlantic right whales remaining in the wild, these incredible marine giants are critically endangered. In this episode, Orla O'Brien, a marine b

A Manatee's Journey From Rescue to Release

Every year, boat strikes injure and kill tens of thousands of manatees. In this episode, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and Peter Gros explore the challenges these gentle mammals fac

How the Harpy Eagle United a Nation

The harpy eagle, once feared in Panama for its massive size and powerful talons, has now soared to national hero status. Today, it’s celebrated as the country’s national

Season 2 of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom: The Podcast

Hosts Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant return to share more incredible stories from their animal encounters and the inspiring people working behind the scenes to protect

Our Black Bear Neighbors

As we conclude this season of the show, we’re thrilled to give you a sneak peek into season two of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting The Wild. Dr. Rae and Peter c

Sea Otter Surrogates

Over a hundred years ago, sea otters were hunted to near extinction for their fur. Today, Peter and Dr. Rae chat with Megan Smylie, sea otter program manager at the Aquar