Anthropomorphism And How It Impacts Our Understanding Of Animals

In this episode, I have a discussion with wildlife educator, Tijana Selak about anthropomorphism and how it impacts our understanding of animals. We discuss the bad (how anthropomorphizing can negatively influence wildlife research and rehab, how its use through social media can be dangerous, and how it can hurt the work that accredited zoos are trying to do), and the good (how it builds empathy towards animals, and can benefit conservation efforts), as well as exploring examples in our everyday lives, how to properly interpret what animals are feeling or communicating, and how misinterpreting behavior can lead to dangerous conclusions.

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Wildlife in YOUR Backyard!

In this episode, I welcome wildlife educator and urban wildlife enthusiast, Tijana Selak to the show! Tijana’s passion is educating others about misunderstood species that are found right in our backyards. Animals we discuss include rats, pigeons, Peregrine Falcons, foxes, coyotes, skunks, raccoons, and giant NYC roaches!

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