# science & nature (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover science & nature. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Water Vole](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-water-vole-1779370649/) _2026-05-21 · Messages from the Wild_ This Water Vole is part of a series commissioned by University of Derby’s Nature Connectedness Research Group for The River Derwent. The water vole is under serious threat from habitat loss and predation by the American mink. Found along our waterways, it is similar-looking to the brown rat, but with a blunt nose, small ears and furry tail. (find out more from The Wildlife Trusts ) With many… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8v9bkzucbgms5czs/The_Water_Vole_-_Christine_Gregory_-_Derby_City_-_Messages_from_the_Wild_-_Annabel_Ross_-_October_20247co5c.mp3) ## [Lost in Sri Lanka, Episode 3: The Full Conversation](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/lost-in-sri-lanka-episode-3-the-full-conversation/) _2026-04-15 · Into The Wild_ Here we are at the third & last episode of this year's mini series. It's been one heck of a journey & we are finishing on an interview that will make you feel lie you're sat in a rural Sri Lankan pub overhearing a conversation between two nature lovers 4 drinks deep. What a way to see this one out. A big thank you to JetWings Eco Holidays for making this mini series possible. It's been truly… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/rh7aqvt275jz4vdr/final_uploadap6lh.mp3) ## [The Bee-fly](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-bee-fly/) _2026-03-20 · Messages from the Wild_ The bee-flies are out and about in the UK doing their crazy, cool hovering displays and they're great mimickers of bumble bees. But, don't be fooled, wait until you hear about what they do with their babies... If you head outside on a warm spring day, you might be lucky enough to spot one of these tiny, fluffy, flying narwhales or hear its high-pitched hum before you see it. With many thanks to Dr… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nv934djth4fa9dud/Bee_Fly_-_Erica_McAlister_-_Voices_from_the_Wild_-_Annabel_Ross_-_May_20237xw3l.mp3) ## [Lost In Sri Lanka: Episode 2, How Things Have Changed](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/lost-in-sri-lanka-episode-2-how-things-have-changed/) _2026-03-03 · Into The Wild_ Nerds it's time to jump back into our mini series as we explore the magical world of Sri Lanka. For episode 2, we are focusing our time on land & how things have changed over the years. Exploring colonialism & it's impact on Sri Lanka's indigenous people, the Vedda, we hear from 2 of the communities voices, Ranjila Attho & Gunabanda Atho. They share with us how they went from nomadic living to… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/kk28uw4y3ne7i4cp/How_Things_Have_Changed_Final7k9df.mp3) ## [Nature News - Week 38 - Honey Bee Bullsh\*t & A City of No Ads](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-38-honey-bee-bullsht-a-city-of-no-ads/) _2026-02-11 · Into The Wild_ This week on Nature News, Ryan starts with a story that Nadia ranks in the top 3 of "Most Pointless Stories" about honey bees being used to help people of the working world connect with nature BUT, it does spark a good conversation about nature connection. Nadia then follows up with a story from Amsterdam & how soon there will be no billboard advertising for climate harming goods! Show notes:… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8i9qfwez5qput7d7/week_38_finalbmjzx.mp3) ## [Lost In Sri Lanka - Episode 1, Grab Your Binoculars](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/lost-in-sri-lanka-episode-1-grab-your-binoculars/) _2026-02-04 · Into The Wild_ Nerds welcome to the first episode of our 2026 mini series, Lost In Sri Lanka. We start by unpacking the rucksack of wildlife tourism through it's pro's & con's. What does it mean to be a responsible wildlife tourist? What are the impacts of wildlife tourism if not properly managed? And how can we properly center a community to ensure tourism stays at the heart of the people? These questions all… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mundek5tzm7m3kp8/grab_your_bins_final9iasc.mp3) ## [Nature News - Week 37 - Seagrass, Climate Media & Heating with Indy Greene!](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-37-seagrass-climate-media-heating-with-indy-greene/) _2026-01-28 · Into The Wild_ Nerds, welcome to the first Nature News WITH A GUEST! Each month we will be bringing in a new voice to help Nadia & Ryan report on the latest nature, wildlife & conservation news. Week 37 is starting with Into The Wild's OG pal, Indy Greene! Show notes: Links to all stories: Seagrass / Climate Reporting / Heating Homes Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8p5q4s4a9vq2mnmr/Week_37_edited_final9i2dj.mp3) ## [Nature News - Week 36 - A New National Park, Elephants in Africa & Stolen Peregrines](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-36-a-new-national-park-elephants-in-africa-stolen-peregrines/) _2026-01-21 · Into The Wild_ Nerd this week's news takes some critical thinking so put your nuance hats on! A new national park in Chile has all the good feels on paper but when we struggle to hear how indigenous people of the area feel, it gives us a bit of an ick. Africa's Elephant populations are all over the place from Botswana to Sudan, so how do we manage their conservation? And finally a story that shocked both Ryan &… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/94h2vdd6z5fpxxkm/week_36_final6lcpl.mp3) ## [Nature News - Week 35 - The First One of 2026!](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-35-the-first-one-of-2026/) _2026-01-14 · Into The Wild_ Nerds! We are BACK! 2026 is here & Ryan & Nadia are reporting on global news stories about the world of wildlife, conservation & nature. Policy, Elk & Stingless bees are the focus of week 35 so strap yourself in & LET's GO! Show notes: Links to all episodes mentioned: Elk / Stingless Bees Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6qhdayd5662cvgxp/week_35_final9gfwk.mp3) ## [Nature News - Week 34 - The Last One of 2025](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-34-the-last-one-of-2025/) _2025-12-17 · Into The Wild_ Nerds, it's the last Nature News of 2025 as we all prep our homes for Christmas & fill the fridges with an incredible amount of food & drink. For the last week, Nadia takes us back through 2 news stories through the year to give us some updates & Ryan closes with revisiting Into The Wild's mini series of 2025, Journey Back to Namibia. From the pod, we wish you the most happiest Christmas & we will… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gqkt5ba9yfkysen3/final_34ae975.mp3) ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/DPrLe3rM4PTC) _2025-12-17 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Nature News - Week 33 - Denmark Fueling Some Confusion & Columbia Fueling Positivity](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-33-denmark-fueling-some-confusion-columbia-fueling-positivity/) _2025-12-10 · Into The Wild_ This week on Nature News we are all about fuel......of the fossil kind. Nadia starts with a story from Demark, which is one of capturing carbon to store back where they found it but, is this truly the solution? Next Ryan shares some news from Columbia about some fossil fuel bans which sound a bit more of a way forward. Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Denmark Carbon Capture / Columbia… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ejpgyy6xmvti8ifi/week_33_finala4nez.mp3) ## [Episode 68: Metamorphosis with Ben Knowlton (There Will Be Bugs)](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-68-metamorphosis-with-ben-knowlton-there-will-be-bugs/) _2025-12-06 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ I talk to Ben Knowlton from There Will Be Bugs about metamorphosis including holometabolous vs hemimetabolous, imaginal discs, whether an insect really does turn to liquid in the pupa, what can go wrong, and more... Pluggables: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/there-will-be-bugs/id1715492448 - There will be Bugs on Apple Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/2u8pQQEVkUHQj0Cl3robap - Spotify… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3xn79u9aitf8f6ra/audioBenKnowlton21635249265.mp3) ## [Nature News - Week 32 - Playful Sharks & Avian Flu Update!](https://intothewild.podbean.com/e/nature-news-week-32-playful-sharks-avian-flu-update/) _2025-12-03 · Into The Wild_ To play or not to play? That is rarely the question but in this week's Nature News.....it actually is. After an experiment involving sharks & human toys took place during a controlled study, a question was raised asking "do sharks play?". It's also that magical time of year where we have.....AN AVIAN FLU UPDATE. Okay, so not quite the festive feels but nevertheless, an important look into what… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8d2f2ewy46jjdtey/week_32_final8ghua.mp3) ## [Episode 67: Chilocorus cacti - The Cactus Ladybug](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-67-chilocorus-cacti-the-cactus-ladybug/) _2025-11-18 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ All about the Cactus Ladybug. https://bugguide.net/node/view/83002 https://academic.oup.com/ee/article-abstract/47/2/334/4911639… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/u6irfu275psntkv6/episode_679kqzp.mp3) ## [Episode 66: Coccinella novemnotata - The 9-Spotted Ladybug](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-66-coccinella-novemnotata-the-9-spotted-ladybug/) _2025-11-08 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ This week I'm celebrating Mamdani's win with an episode on the state insect of New York. :) Photo credit: Andy Birkey (bsky) (andybirkey.com) https://guides.nynhp.org/nine-spotted-lady-beetle/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coccinella\_novemnotata https://benthamopenarchives.com/abstract.php?ArticleCode=TOENTOJ-6-42 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1049964411003355?via%3Dihub… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/u4cyhzefu4si3pbp/the_9_spotted_ladybug9nxg0.mp3) ## [Episode 65: Sospita vigintiguttata - The Beautiful Ladybird / The Alder Ladybird / The 20-Spot Ladybird](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-65-sospita-vigintiguttata-the-beautiful-ladybird-the-alder-ladybird-the-20-spot-ladybird/) _2025-11-02 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ Hear about one of the rarest and most beautiful ladybirds in Europe, its unique habitat and lifestyle. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333761329\_Niche\_width\_and\_niche\_specialization\_in\_four\_species\_of\_ladybirds\_Coleoptera\_Coccinellidae\_co-occurring\_in\_the\_same\_habitat… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/td36khg4sadjimqn/sospita_20guttata-edited7nlqs.mp3) ## [The Red Squirrel](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-red-squirrel/) _2025-10-30 · Messages from the Wild_ Red squirrels are our native species and have lived in the UK for around 10,000 years. They are facing a population decline, primarily due to competition from the invasive grey squirrel. With thanks to David Mills who really does make a charming red squirrel. Some of the experts in Messages from the Wild suit their animal down to the ground and David is one of them. If we could imagine what a red… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/b42n5adcrq5y3irc/Red_Squirrel_with_David_Mills_b5u0o.mp3) ## [Episode 64: Ladybirds and Christianity](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-64-ladybirds-and-christianity/) _2025-10-28 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ I discuss the relationship of ladybirds to Christianity. Sources include: Books - A cultural history of insects in the medieval age Encyclopedia of Easter celebrations worldwide https://fathersofmercy.com/the-seven-sorrows-seven-joys-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4567115-a-year-on-ladybug-farm https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/15/5/306… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/zjwr6juw4tpjhukx/ladybirds_and_christianityaua04.mp3) ## [\[ARCHIVE\] Episode 1: Coccinella septempunctata - The 7-Spot Ladybird](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/archive-episode-1-coccinella-septempunctata-the-7-spot-ladybird/) _2025-10-19 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ The 7-spot ladybird was my very first episode and I've re-edited the audio and uploaded it again, which I will be doing for some of my older episodes, although it still sounds a bit weird in places, so I might update this file again in future as well. I used a variety of sources for this, including books by Richard Comont and Helen Roy. My instagram account was since hacked so the link is invalid,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/76rqt92yfgtrc26z/edited_7-spot_episodeayw8h.mp3) ## [Episode 63: Adalia decempunctata - The 10-Spot Ladybird](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-63-adalia-decempunctata-the-10-spot-ladybird/) _2025-10-17 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ An in depth episode about the amazingly variable 10-spot ladybird. Sources: AFG Dixon's study on 10-spot larvae: An experimental study of the searching behaviour of the predatory coccinellid beetle Adalia decempunctata (L.) https://resjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1365-2311.1958.tb00786.x - Escape responses by aphids to 10-spots https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/27/20/7074 -… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9jmt2bijycgbh6fr/10spot.mp3) ## [One platform, from silicon to agent (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6T9QLcUgTVyC) _2025-10-17 · **Sponsored**_ Serverless inference plus Inference Router to optimize cost and latency at scale. ## [Episode 62: Entomology under Trump with Armando Rosario Lebrón](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-62-entomology-under-trump-with-armando-rosario-lebron/) _2025-10-10 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ I interview Armando Rosario Lebrón, an entomologist who has recently moved from the USA to Wales, about the Trump administration's policies and how these are affecting entomology in the USA. Mentioned in this episode: https://cvrileyfoundation.org/charles-valentine-riley/ https://vancouverbeeproject.org/blog/the-usgs-bee-lab-is-at-risk-of-being-permanently-closed https://www.entsoc.org/membership… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nxfhu9ems5hrxj7x/Interview_-_2025_10_08_12_50_EDT_-_Recording_27zksg.mp3) ## [Episode 61: Serangium montazerii](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-61-serangium-montazeri/) _2025-10-03 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ Find about a tiny but fascinating ladybird that is a voracious predator of citrus whitefly in the Mediterranean, Middle East and India. http://www.agri.huji.ac.il/mepests/enemy/Serangium\_montazerii/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/280804703\_Biology\_and\_predation\_potential\_of\_the\_Indian\_ladybird\_Serangium\_montazerii\_on\_Bemisia\_tabaci https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11594705/… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/85ecf8iq9844s48j/Episode_61_-_Serangium_montazeri6qnu3.mp3) ## [Episode 60: Ladybirding and Inverts on the Amalfi Coast](https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com/e/episode-60-ladybirds-and-inverts-on-the-amalfi-coast/) _2025-09-28 · Hidden Wings and Bloodlust_ I discuss my recent trip to Italy and the ladybirds and other inverts I saw there. Bsky: @psyllobora22 FB: Hidden Wings and Bloodlust Website: https://hiddenwingsandbloodlust.podbean.com Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hidden-wings-and-bloodlust/id1476595771 [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6h77y3uj28dfy9xj/ladybirding_in_italy6vx3i.mp3) ## [The Buff Tailed Bumblebee](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-buff-tailed-bumblebee/) _2025-06-16 · Messages from the Wild_ Bumblebees are at their peak right now and this Buff Tailed is fairly easy to spot. Keep a look out. This was originally recorded for the collection at The Lost Gardens of Heligan , called Voices from the Lost Gardens . Jimmy Docherty really makes me laugh and he knows his stuff too - farmer, entomologist, television presenter and I would add comedian. Visit Jimmy’s Farm and support the Rare… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/z2ek3enh5rqixa96/The_Buff_Tailed_Bumblebee_16umzb.mp3) ## [The Leatherback Turtle](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-leatherback-turtle/) _2025-06-10 · Messages from the Wild_ It’s World Ocean Week , an important yearly event for the future of all marine life. Ocean animals need our attention. They need to be heard. Please spread their messages far and wide. This series, Voices from the Ocean, was commissioned by Gallifrey Foundation in collaboration with Mission Blue , with special thanks to Antoinette Vermilye for her unending support. And many thanks to marine… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/jvxm66rmvf5q2u9x/Leatherback_Turtle_-_Christine_Figgener_-_Voices_from_the_Ocean_-_June_202261ewi.mp3) ## [The Silky Shark](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-silky-shark/) _2025-06-10 · Messages from the Wild_ It’s World Ocean Week , an important yearly event for the future of all marine life. Ocean animals need our attention. They need to be heard. Please spread their messages far and wide. This series, Voices from the Ocean, was commissioned by Gallifrey Foundation in collaboration with Mission Blue , with special thanks to Antoinette Vermilye for her unending support. And many thanks to Iris Ziegler… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6mgsndzjnxydissv/Silky_Shark_-_Iris_Ziegler_-_Voices_from_the_Ocean_-_May_2022bdfgv.mp3) ## [The White Spotted Wedgefish](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-white-spotted-wedgefish/) _2025-06-10 · Messages from the Wild_ It’s World Ocean Week , an important yearly event for the future of all marine life. Ocean animals need our attention. They need to be heard. Please spread their messages far and wide. This series, Voices from the Ocean, was commissioned by Gallifrey Foundation in collaboration with Mission Blue , with special thanks to Antoinette Vermilye for her unending support. And many thanks to Marine… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fv3s4wkireibkd2v/White_Spotted_Wedgefish_-_Melissa_Cristina_Marquez_-_Voices_from_the_Ocean_-_June_2022_5yzyj.mp3) ## [The Staghorn Coral](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-staghorn-coral/) _2025-06-10 · Messages from the Wild_ It’s World Ocean Week , an important yearly event for the future of all marine life. Ocean animals need our attention. They need to be heard. Please spread their messages far and wide. This series, Voices from the Ocean, was commissioned by Gallifrey Foundation in collaboration with Mission Blue , with special thanks to Antoinette Vermilye for her unending support. And many thanks to Marine… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/q7suxapifgxruan8/Staghorn_Coral_-_Casuarina_McKinney_Lambert_-_Voices_from_the_Ocean_-_June_20229ja2q.mp3) ## [The Sperm Whale](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-sperm-whale/) _2025-06-10 · Messages from the Wild_ It’s World Ocean Week , an important yearly event for the future of all marine life. Ocean animals need our attention. They need to be heard. Please spread their messages far and wide. This series, Voices from the Ocean, was commissioned by Gallifrey Foundation in collaboration with Mission Blue , with special thanks to Antoinette Vermilye for her unending support. And many thanks to the Founder… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nb2yahkznyq3yuvt/Sperm_Whale_-_Sigrid_Lueber_-_Voices_from_the_Ocean_-_June_20229y2oc.mp3) ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/53D0Vq5mNGsL) _2025-06-10 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## [The Phytoplankton](https://nutricologist.podbean.com/e/the-phytoplankton/) _2025-06-10 · Messages from the Wild_ It’s World Ocean Week , an important yearly event for the future of all marine life. Ocean animals need our attention. They need to be heard. Please spread their messages far and wide. This series, Voices from the Ocean, was commissioned by Gallifrey Foundation in collaboration with Mission Blue , with special thanks to Antoinette Vermilye for her unending support. And many thanks to Marine… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/i2k7xzjrt3ivhizh/Phytoplankton_-_Lewis_Stagnetto_-_Voices_from_the_Ocean_-_June_20229jgo7.mp3)