Animal Antics Podcast

On this episode of Animal Antics, the Hotties dare to talk about what reality TV star will be our next president, how smart people in biotech career academy are, and sexy fan art. No seriously, we dare you to search "Solenodon fan art" online.References:1.Durrell Conservation Projects | Durrell. https://www.durrell.org/conservation/.2.Samuel Turvey (Institute of Zoology, Z. S. of L., Trust), R. Y. (Durrell W. C. & Trust), R. K. (Durrell W. C. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Solenodon paradoxus. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species https://www.iucnredlist.org/en (2015).3.Mychajliw, A. M., Almonte, J. N., Martinez, P. A. & Hadly, E. A. Stable isotopes reveal seasonal dietary responses to agroforestry in a venomous mammal, the Hispaniolan solenodon (Solenodon paradoxus). Ecology and Evolution 12, e8761 (2022).

In this episode of Animal Antics, The Hotties goss about estrus, the ethics of animal testing, and the true meaning of skeet.

On this episode of animal antics, the hotties dig down into eusocial socieites, what animals look the most phallic, and how to say "Naked Mole Rat".References:1. Eusociality in a mammal: cooperative breeding in naked mole-rat colonies - PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7209555/.2. Genome sequencing reveals insights into physiology and longevity of the naked mole rat | Nature. https://www.nature.com/articles/nature10533.3. Cg, F. & Nc, B. Social Evolution in African Mole-Rats - A Comparative Overview. Advances in experimental medicine and biology 1319, (2021).4.The Biology of the Naked Mole-Rat. (Princeton University Press, 1991).5.The Biology of the Naked Mole-Rat. (Princeton University Press, 1991).6.The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species https://www.iucnredlist.org/en.7.The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species https://www.iucnredlist.org/en (2025).8.The naked mole-rat: a new long-living model for human aging research - PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16339321/.

On this episode of Animal Antics, the Hotties reminisce about 9/11, circumcision, and the first nude butt on American TV.References: 1.Biology and Conservation of Horseshoe Crabs. (Springer US, Boston, MA, 2009). doi:10.1007/978-0-387-89959-6.2.Clottable protein in Limulus; its localization and kinetics of its coagulation by endotoxin - PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/5690028/.3.(PDF) The constructive role of asymmetry in social interaction. ResearchGate https://www.researchgate.net/publication/233391688_The_constructive_role_of_asymmetry_in_social_interaction.4.Rapid population decline in red knots: fitness consequences of decreased refuelling rates and late arrival in Delaware Bay - PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15255108/.5.Walls, E. A., Berkson, J. & Smith, S. A. The Horseshoe Crab, Limulus polyphemus : 200 Million Years of Existence, 100 Years of Study. Reviews in Fisheries Science 10, 39–73 (2002).6.The Horseshoe Crab: Natural History, Anatomy, Conservation and Current Research. https://horseshoecrab.org/.

On this episode of Animal Antics, The Hotties get horny about the best way to eat corn on the cob, ethical pornography, and Bikini Time Machine.References:1.González‐Gómez, P. L. & Vásquez, R. A. A Field Study of Spatial Memory in Green‐Backed Firecrown Hummingbirds ( Sephanoides sephaniodes ). Ethology 112, 790–795 (2006).2.Home | International Hummingbird Society. Hummingbird Society https://www.hummingbirdsociety.org.3.Ingersoll, R. & Lentink, D. How the hummingbird wingbeat is tuned for efficient hovering. Journal of Experimental Biology 221, jeb178228 (2018).4.HUMMINGBIRDS: A LIFE-SIZE GUIDE TO EVERY SPECIES. The Huntington Store https://thehuntingtonstore.org/products/hummingbirds-a-life-size-guide-to-every-species.5.Influence of normal daytime fat deposition on laboratory measurements of torpor use in territorial versus nonterritorial hummingbirds - PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12905125/.6.Molecular Phylogenetics and the Diversification of Hummingbirds - ScienceDirect. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0960982214002759.7.English, S. Promoting hummingbird conservation through demographic analyses. British Ornithologists’ Union https://bou.org.uk/blog_english_hummingbird_cons/ (2022).8.The ecological and evolutionary interface of hummingbird flight physiology | Journal of Experimental Biology | The Company of Biologists. https://journals.biologists.com/jeb/article-abstract/205/16/2325/9117/The-ecological-and-evolutionary-interface-of?redirectedFrom=fulltext.9.Volume 8: pp. 13-28 | Comparative Cognition & Behavior Reviews. https://comparative-cognition-and-behavior-reviews.org/vol8_healy_hurly/.10.Clark, C. J. Wing, tail, and vocal contributions to the complex acoustic signals of courting Calliope hummingbirds. Current Zoology 57, 187–196 (2011).

On this episode of Animal Antics, The Hotties doom and gloom about ribbon candy, the empire state building, and ram feeding.References:1. Deep Sea Mining, Fishing & Bottom Trawling - DSCC Response. Deep Sea Conservation Coalition https://deep-sea-conservation.org/.,2. Nelson, J. S. Fishes of the World. 347–348.,3. How Giant Oarfish Work. HowStuffWorks https://animals.howstuffworks.com/fish/giant-oarfish.htm (2013).,4. Smith-Vaniz (??), W. F. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Regalecus glesne. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (2013).,5. Oarfish. Wikipedia (2025).,6. Oarfishes ~ MarineBio Conservation Society. https://www.marinebio.org/species/oarfishes/regalecus-glesne/.

On this episode of Animal Antics, the Hotties tangent about gas sacks, ethical fish ownership, and rat kings (are they real?). Bonus interview from Pennywise the clown.References: 1.Edmunds, M. Defensive mechanisms in some nudibranchs. (University of Oxford, 1963).2.Glaucilla marginata. Wikipédia (2025).3.Home - Ocean Conservancy. https://oceanconservancy.org/.4.Churchill, C. K. C., Valdés, Á. & Foighil, D. Ó. Molecular and morphological systematics of neustonic nudibranchs (Mollusca : Gastropoda : Glaucidae : Glaucus), with descriptions of three new cryptic species. Invert. Systematics 28, 174–195 (2014).

On this episode of Animal Antics, the Hotties fling facts about some sassy divas, consensual murder (is it legal?), and masturbation stations.References:1. 10 Fascinating Facts About Hippos | Kariega Game Reserve. https://www.kariega.co.za/blog/10-fascinating-facts-about-hippos.,2. NG, A. 10 Hippo Facts! National Geographic Kids https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/animals/general-animals/ten-hippo-facts/ (2017).,3. published, A. B. from N. L. Facts About Hippos. livescience.com https://www.livescience.com/27339-hippos.html (2022).,4. Hippo guide: how big they are, what they eat, how fast they run - and why they are one of the most dangerous animals in the world. Discover Wildlife https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/mammals/facts-about-hippos (2024).,5. Hippopotamus. Wikipedia (2025).,6. Hippopotamus | African Wildlife Foundation. https://www.awf.org/wildlife-conservation/hippopotamus.,7. Hippopotamus | Size, Diet, Habitat, & Evolution | Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/animal/hippopotamus-mammal-species (2025).,8. Mason, K. Hippopotamus amphibius (hippopotamus). Animal Diversity Web https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Hippopotamu

On this episode of Animal Antics, the Hotties chat about how to beat Usain bolt, Christmas movie logic, and tuskin with your bros.References:Ridgway, S. H. & Harrison, R. J. Handbook of Marine Mammals: River Dolphins and the Larger Toothed Whales. (Academic Press, 1989).,(PDF) Narwhals and seismic exploration: Is seismic noise increasing the risk of ice entrapments? ResearchGate (2024) doi:10.1016/j.biocon.2012.08.005.,Laidre, K. L. et al. QUANTIFYING THE SENSITIVITY OF ARCTIC MARINE MAMMALS TO CLIMATE‐INDUCED HABITAT CHANGE. doi:10.1890/06-0546.1.,Nweeia, M. T. et al. Sensory ability in the narwhal tooth organ system. Anat Rec (Hoboken) 297, 599–617 (2014).,The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species https://www.iucnredlist.org/en.

On this episode of Animal Antics, the hotties chat about the benefits of Olmzempic, skin furniture, and Jack Black (the epitome of man).*Note for listeners: Some slight technical difficulties for this one. Audio is a little rough, but still a good listen!References:Wake, D. B. & Vredenburg, V. T. Are we in the midst of the sixth mass extinction? A view from the world of amphibians. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 105, 11466–11473 (2008).,Beebee TJC, Griffiths RA. The amphibian decline crisis: a watershed for conservation biology? Biol Conserv 125: 271-285 | Request PDF. ResearchGate (2024) doi:10.1016/j.biocon.2005.04.009.,Brockes, J. P. & Gates, P. B. Mechanisms underlying vertebrate limb regeneration: lessons from the salamander. Biochem Soc Trans 42, 625–630 (2014).,Recknagel, H., Zakšek, V., Delić, T., Gorički, Š. & Trontelj, P. Multiple transitions between realms shape relict lineages of Proteus cave salamanders. doi:10.1111/mec.16868.,Goricki, S. & Trontelj, P. Structure and evolution of the mitochondrial control region and flanking sequences in the European cave salamander Proteus anguinus. Gene 378, 31–41 (2006).,The importance of chemical communication in the social behaviour of cave salamanders. Comparison between a strict (Proteus anguinus L., Proteidae) and a facultative (Euproctus asper D., Salamandridae) cave dweller | Request PDF. ResearchGate (2024).,

On this episode of Animal Antics, the hotties talk about duplicate genitalia, pouch anatomy, and the morality of kangaroo abortions.References: 1.News, O. H. O. D. 10am-5pmWednesdays U. 9pm C. C. D. G. E. A. 1 W. S. N. 2010 A. P. +61 2 9320 6000 www australian museum C. © 2025 T. A. M. A. 85 407 224 698 V. M. Australian Museum. The Australian Museum https://australian.museum/.2.Kangaroo facts and photos. Animals https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/kangaroo (2025).3.The Kangaroo Sanctuary - Alice Springs, Central Australia. The Kangaroo Sanctuary https://kangaroosanctuary.com/.4.What’s up Skip? Kangaroos really can ‘talk’ to us. The University of Sydney https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2020/12/16/whats-up-skip-kangaroos-really-can-talk-to-us.html.

On this episode of Animal Antics, the hotties discuss the pros and cons of worm culture, when it's okay to call the police, and the wonderful sport of penis fencing. Refences: 1.Hammerhead Flatworms Have Been Quietly Invading France for Two Decades | Smithsonian. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/hammerhead-flatworms-have-been-quietly-invading-france-two-decades-180969160/.2.Harrison, L. Hammerhead worms are an invasive species. UF/IFAS Extension Wakulla County https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/wakullaco/2019/01/31/hammerhead-worms-are-an-invasive-species/ (2019).3.Meet the hammerhead worm: The invasive species coming to a backyard near you. Animals https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/invasive-hammerhead-worms (2025).4.Ducey, P. K., Cerqua, J., West, L.-J. & Warner, M. RARE EGG CAPSULE PRODUCTION IN THE INVASIVE TERRESTRIAL PLANARIAN BIPALIUM KEWENSE. The Southwestern Naturalist 51, 252–255 (2006).

We're three hotties that like to learn about animals and their antics! Looking for listeners who are curious and up for a good time. P.S. Not for kids.