Conservationists Assemble
Welcome to the Conservationists Assemble!
Join your host, Jonny, each week as he teams up with Earth’s mightiest conservation heroes from ex situ and in situ backgrounds as they discuss the conservation efforts for our planets most threatened species.
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Monday Jan 01, 2024
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Join us in the long-awaited first episode of the Conservationists Assembled podcast, where we take the plunge into the diverse world of the otter with guest expert, Jason Palmer. Through an illuminating conversation, we discuss the vast diversity of the otter species each with unique characteristics. Learn about the challenges these species face, such as habitat destruction and the illegal pet trade, and how conservationists are working diligently in research breeding programs and public education to ensure their survival.
We delve into urgent wildlife conservation issues, discuss sustainable practices for individuals, and illustrate the profound positive effects of donation-funded initiatives.
Jason openly shares his personal journey into the wildlife sector, revealing his passion and commitment to animal care, and the lessons learned along the way - including the importance of resilience in pursuing a career in conservation. He also reveals his admiration for nature icon David Attenborough as well as those who have helped him along the way.
This episode concludes with an emphatic appeal to appreciate and learn more about our planet's lesser-known otter species. For conservation enthusiasts or those simply intrigued by animal behaviour and ecology, this episode offers an insightful look into otters and the ever-important role of conservation.
About me
Hello! I am so glad you've become a part of the Conservationists Assemble community.
Let me introduce myself. My name is Captain Conservation (or just Jonny when I am in disguise).
I have always been had a keen interest in animals and wildlife. From a young age, it was always Animal Planet on the TV whenever I managed to wrestle the remote off my older siblings. More specifically, it was the crocodile hunter, Steve Irwin and monkey life, and more recently David Attenborough (obviously).
So I went to the University of Chester and achieved a degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare which led me to undertake work experience and ultimately start my career as a zookeeper at Hertfordshire Zoo (fka Paradise Wildlife Park) in Hertfordshire.
Aside from being around the incredible species and the amazing people that care for them, I really enjoyed getting to interact with the visitors. The same could be said for my time on the hoofstock team at Yorkshire Wildlife Park and it was becoming increasingly clear that I had a passion for conservation education.
Whilst cleaning out these large hoofstock enclosures (and they take some cleaning out) it provided ample time to listen to podcasts of various genres. And thus, the Conservationists Assemble podcast was born (inspired by one of my other big interests, the marvel movies).
I hope you enjoy listening and join the good fight!
Captain Conservation
(Jonny)