Some animals spend their lives in places that seem impossible to survive. Clinging to sheer cliffs, navigating narrow ledges, and scaling near-vertical mountainsides, these remarkable creatures have evolved to thrive where one wrong step could mean the difference between life and death.
In this episode, Dr. Marco Festa-Bianchet, one of the world's leading experts on mountain wildlife, shares insights from decades of research studying these incredible animals. From their astonishing agility and survival strategies to the challenges they face from predators, harsh environments, and a changing climate, you'll discover what it really takes to live life on the edge.
The conversation also explores one of the most influential discoveries in wildlife biology: how trophy hunting that selectively targets males with the largest horns can shape future generations. Dr. Festa-Bianchet explains the science behind horn size, evolution, and conservation, offering a fascinating look at how human decisions can have lasting effects on wild populations.
It's a captivating conversation about resilience, adaptation, and the delicate balance between nature and human influence—one that will change the way you see the animals that make the world's steepest mountains their home.
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