The All Creatures Podcast

We’re going back into the archives to revisit one of our favorite species, the iconic bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). These charismatic marine mammals have captured human fascination for centuries with their intelligence, playfulness, and close social bonds. In this episode, we explore: The biology and unique adaptations of bottlenose dolphins. Their complex communication, echolocation, and problem-solving abilities. What they eat and how they hunt as cooperative groups. The important role they play in ocean ecosystems. The major threats they face, from fishing gear entanglements to noise pollution and habitat degradation. Conservation efforts working to protect dolphin populations around the world. Although this episode first aired four years ago, the conservation challenges remain just as pressing today. By revisiting it, we hope to renew awareness of the importance of protecting bottlenose dolphins and the marine environments they call home. Join us as we dive back into the