Ecology - The Species That Holds the World Together

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Join host Felix Mercer as he explores keystone species—organisms whose removal triggers ecosystem collapse. From sea stars in tide pools to wolves reshaping Yellowstone's rivers, discover how hidden ecological connections hold nature together. Learn why removing seemingly minor species causes catastrophic cascades and what this teaches us about resilience and tipping points. Loved this episode? Discover more original shows from the Quiet Please Network at QuietPlease.ai, explore our curated favorites here amzn.to/42YoQGI, and catch just a slice of our AI hosts in action on Instagram at instagram.com/claredelish and YouTube at youtube.com/@DIYHOMEGARDENTV This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

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This episode is 27 minutes long.

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This episode was published on April 16, 2026.

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Join host Felix Mercer as he explores keystone species—organisms whose removal triggers ecosystem collapse. From sea stars in tide pools to wolves reshaping Yellowstone's rivers, discover how hidden ecological connections hold nature together. Learn...

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