Blobfish: The World's Ugliest Animal?

Chinese Water Deer: The Saber-Toothed Deer

Wind down with me as we learn about the Chinese Water Deer, also called the Vampire Deer. You can listen attentively, let your mind wander, or drift off to sleep while we reflect on the wonders of wildlife. We'll explore things like their remarkable fangs, history, and a reproductive strategy unique among deers. To contact Stef Wolfe or request an animal: Head to relaxwithanimalfacts.com [https://open.acast.com/networks/6245f3d358af9700169658f5/shows/66f5eb0facfe1ec5ec53ec91/episodes/relaxwithanimalfacts.com] and click on "Animal Request", send an e-mail ⁠to relaxwithanimalfacts@gmail.com, or⁠ send a message to ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts⁠ on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/relaxwithanimalfacts/]. Become a Patron [https://patreon.com/relaxwithanimalfacts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] to support the show's mission while getting extended versions of regular episodes, two bonus episodes a month, and access to voting for the next animal once a month. No obligation, cancel anytime, and you can even sign up for a 7-day free trial. To join the Patreon, follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts [https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts] A huge thank you to ⁠George Vlad⁠ for the ambiences—it is because of his important audio work that we can visit some of the coolest places on earth. He has helped the show so much and I encourage you to subscribe to him ⁠on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeVlad]⁠, and check out ⁠his website⁠ [https://mindful-audio.com/]. References 1) Animal Diversity Web. (n.d.). Hydropotes inermis (Chinese water deer). University of Michigan Museum of Zoology. 2) Animalia. (n.d.). Water deer. From Animalia.bio⁠ 3) Encyclopaedia Britannica. (n.d.). Chinese water deer. 4) One Earth. (2022, July 25). Species of the week: Chinese water deer. Intro Music: Franz Gordon's Nocturnal Daydream. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Leafy Seadragon: The Fish That Pretends to Be Seaweed

Wind down with me as we learn about the Leafy Seadragon—the creature that pretends to be kelp. You can listen attentively, let your mind wander, or drift off to sleep while we reflect on the wonders of wildlife. We'll explore things like their specialized camouflage, unique anatomy, and remarkable reproductive habits. Become a Patron [https://patreon.com/relaxwithanimalfacts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] to support the show's mission while getting extended versions of regular episodes, two bonus episodes a month, and access to voting for the next animal once a month. No obligation, cancel anytime, and you can even sign up for a 7-day free trial. To join the Patreon, follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts [https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts] To contact Stef Wolfe or request an animal: E-mail ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts@gmail.com, or⁠ send a message to ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts⁠ on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/relaxwithanimalfacts/] A huge thank you to ⁠George Vlad⁠ for the ambiences—it is because of his important audio work that we can visit some of the coolest places on earth. He has helped the show so much and I encourage you to subscribe to him ⁠on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeVlad]⁠, and check out ⁠his website⁠ [https://mindful-audio.com/]. The music used in the intro is Franz Gordon's Nocturnal Daydream. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Blobfish: The World's Ugliest Animal?

Wind down with me as we learn about the Blobfish—the most slandered animal in history. You can listen attentively, let your mind wander, or drift off to sleep while we reflect on the wonders of wildlife. We'll explore things like their rise to fame, unique anatomy, and how little we actually know about them to dthis day. Become a Patron [https://patreon.com/relaxwithanimalfacts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] to support the show's mission while getting extended versions of regular episodes, two bonus episodes a month, and access to voting for the next animal once a month. No obligation, cancel anytime, and you can even sign up for a 7-day free trial. To join the Patreon, follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts [https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts] To contact Stef Wolfe or request an animal: E-mail ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts@gmail.com, or ⁠ send a message to ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts⁠ on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/relaxwithanimalfacts/] A huge thank you to ⁠George Vlad⁠ for the ambiences—it is because of his important audio work that we can visit some of the coolest places on earth. He has helped the show so much, and I encourage you to subscribe to him ⁠on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeVlad]⁠, and check out ⁠his website⁠ [https://mindful-audio.com/]. The music used in the intro is Franz Gordon's Nocturnal Daydream. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dachshund: Main Character Energy

Wind down with me as we learn about the Dachshund—the ferocious badger hunter. You can listen attentively, let your mind wander, or drift off to sleep while we reflect on the wonders of wildlife. We'll explore things like their specialized anatomy, (seemingly) odd behaviors, unique character traits, and how their history led them to be one of the world's most adorable pets. Become a Patron [https://patreon.com/relaxwithanimalfacts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] to support the show's mission while getting extended versions of regular episodes, two bonus episodes a month, and access to voting for the next animal once a month. No obligation, cancel anytime, and you can even sign up for a 7-day free trial. To join the Patreon, follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts [https://www.patreon.com/c/relaxwithanimalfacts] To contact Stef Wolfe or request an animal: E-mail ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts@gmail.com, or ⁠ send a message to ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts⁠ on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/relaxwithanimalfacts/] A huge thank you to ⁠George Vlad⁠ for the ambiences—it is because of his important audio work that we can visit some of the coolest places on earth. He has helped the show so much, and I encourage you to subscribe to him ⁠on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeVlad]⁠, and check out ⁠his website⁠ [https://mindful-audio.com/]. The music used in the intro is Franz Gordon's Nocturnal Daydream. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Red Imported Fire Ants: The Ants That Build Floating Cities

Wind down with me as we learn about the Red Imported Fire Ant—the empire-building chemists. You can listen attentively, let your mind wander, or fall asleep to the wonders of wildlife. We'll explore their anatomy, complex social rules, venomous stings, living bridges and floating rafts, and how these tiny insects managed to spread across huge portions of the southern United States and the world. Support the show's mission while getting access to exclusive content, uploaded once a week. You can listen to exclusive episodes, you gain access to voting, and more, by becoming a Patron [https://patreon.com/relaxwithanimalfacts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink]. No obligation, cancel anytime, and you can even sign up for a 7-day free trial. To contact Stef Wolfe or request an animal: E-mail ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts@gmail.com, or ⁠ send a message to ⁠relaxwithanimalfacts⁠ on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/relaxwithanimalfacts/] A huge thank you to ⁠George Vlad⁠ for the ambiences—it is because of his important work that we can visit some of the coolest places on earth. He has helped the show so much, and I encourage you to subscribe to him ⁠on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeVlad]⁠, and check out ⁠his website⁠ [https://mindful-audio.com/]. The music used in the intro is Franz Gordon's Nocturnal Daydream. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.