Brains Matter Episode 120 - Talking to a Herpetologist

In this episode, OG talks to Professor Wassersug about herpetology, and the importance of understanding this area of biology. Topics discussed include:

- The surprising old view of tadpole and frog evolution
- Structures of the mouths of tadpoles and frogs
- How do these creatures live?
- What is affecting frog and tadpole populations?
- What is causing these impacts?
- Why is it important to understand what can stress a tadpole?
- History of the cane toad in Australia
- The impact of introduced species
- What is the role of frogs in the ecosystem?
- Predators and their impacts on frogs
- Media perceptions of frogs, toads and amphibians
- How are we affecting the environment for frogs and toads?
- How big were frogs and toads in the past?
- The infamous frog tasting experiment!


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Brains Matter is a podcast out of Australia, which features stories on science, curiosities and general knowledge. It also features interviews with various experts in science and other interesting areas.

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