Animals, Nature, and You

What is the Science of Animal Nutrition?

July 23, 2026·51 min
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Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Ever wonder how a zookeeper knows what to feed a tuatara, a splendid sunbird or a red panda? In this episode, Dr. Andrea Fidget shares her expertise in comparative and conservation animal nutrition, exploring how understanding species-specific diets and natural history informs better animal care and conservation efforts. Discover the science behind animal diets, the importance of nutritional wisdom, and the future of wildlife nutrition research. Animals, Nature, and Y...

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