Conservation calls, the podcast

A head start for hope

When a species goes extinct, we lose more than just a species. We lose its place in nature, its unique story and the chance for future generations to know it. For years,

A plant's best friend

The MBZ Fund has supported conservationists from 175 countries in efforts to save more than 2,000 species. But in this story, the conservationist has four legs, a wagging

From Fonseca field grants to future guardians

Every conservation journey starts with a single opportunity. In this episode of Conservation Calls, we explore how the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund'spartn

The Nature narrative

In this episode of Conservation Calls, we explore how different role players combine to drive impactful conservation.  How we all have a role to play in making the world

Conservation heroes, the voices for the voiceless

At Conservation Calls, we’ve always look at some incredible species supported by the Fund, exploring why we focus on certain ones and the vital roles they play in our eco

Defending the double-banded damselfly

This month’s episode of Conservation Calls look at the data deficient Double-banded forest damselfly, a rare beauty native to Java Island.  With limited info on its popul

Toucan tales of parrots and partnerships

The MBZ Fund has been so inspired by the UAE’s amazing commitment to global conservation; it was no surprise when the UAE Embassy in Costa Rica stepped up with the same p

Saving the Sandfish

The Clanwilliam sandfish in South Africa, also called Onderbek, may be small, but it has an epic story to tell.  Once swimming in abundance, this migratory freshwater fis

Mushroom Magic: Rediscovering the Big Puma Fungus

Fungi aren’t plants or animals but belong to their own amazing kingdom with unique cellular structures and reproduction styles. This makes them super cool and ultra uniqu

Eagle Eye Adventure: It’s not all black and white for this majestic raptor

Meet the incredible Black-and-chestnut Eagle, a stunning bird of prey facing serious challenges like human-eagle conflicts, hunting, and habitat loss. This elusiveneo-tro

The Last Bloom: The Story of Ecuador's Wildflower Wonder

We often hear about the amazing world of animals on our Conservation Calls podcast, but let’s not forget that plants have some pretty cool stories too… Take the criticall

Meet Tyrone the sole Mindo survivor

There’s nothing quite like rediscovering a species thought to be lost forever, especially one that faced a deadly fungus! Enter Atelopus mindoensis, a.k.a. the Mindo Harl

Echoes in the dark: Cave biodiversity battles

Want to discover the coolest conservation job out there? If you’re not afraid of narrow openings, falling rocks, tight spaces, and deep, dark crevices - along with some c

Mexican Miracle: The fight to save the Kangaroo rat

The Kangaroo rat (Dipodomys gravipes) has a unique appearance, with its distinctive hind legs significantly longer than its front, giving it a resemblance to a kangaroo.

Petrel Power: Wings of hope for the Bermuda cahow!

This month, we visit Bermuda, it is home to several critically endangered and Lazarus species, and is the base of the Bermuda Petrel Translocation Project where one of th

Voices of Change: 15 Years of Conservation Impact

This episode of Conservation Calls is especially meaningful! It celebrates 15 years of species conservation, featuring some words of wisdom from our amazing grant recipie

Whispers in the Shadows: The Omani Owl’s Fight for Survival in Wadi Wurayah

This episode focuses on the important story of owl conservation in the stunning Wadi Wurayah National Park in Fujairah, featuring the elusive and extremely rare Omani Owl

Coexisting with Giants: Navigating Wild Cat-Human Conflict in Indonesia

This episode of Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Funds Conservation Calls is roaring with excitement as we explore how Panthera and project partner Sintas Indonesia

Toad Warriors: The Fight for South Africa's Amphibian Future!

In this episode, we’re diving into the awesome world of the Western Leopard Toad! Nature Connect in South Africa has come up with a brilliant plan to protect this fascina

Manatee Mavericks: Safeguarding Senegal's Gentle Giants!

Get ready for an epic podcast adventure filled with intrigue and a hint of enigma! This time, we're diving into the world of the rare and elusive - the African manatees.