the Best Biome
The Best Biome Podcast
Three prairie biologists make the ever-growing argument for why grasslands are the world’s best biome.
Nicole, Rachel, and Allan discuss the deep evolutionary history of the plains, the intricacies of unique grassland ecosystems, and frequently just lose our minds about absurdities like ostriches stealing each other’s children.
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We are working on getting transcripts for these episodes, so bear with us. We’ll post transcripts on these posts once they’re available.
Camels are Grasslanders
Grasslands birthed the camel and nurtured its adaptations to the harsh arid landscape.
Tumbleweeds
Tumbleweeds are fascinating plants that you didn't know you needed to know more about.
Coastal Tussac and Seabirds
Conserving coastal tussac grasslands of the Falkland Islands is critical, and a team of paleoecologists revealed why seabirds make these grasslands thrive.
African Megafauna
Megafauna once ruled the world. Most of these giants died out millions of years ago, but African megafauna held strong.
Parrots of the Plains
Parrots love grasslands. Not only do some parrots make a living exclusively on the ground in grassland habitats, they’ll hang out in the same palm trees as Burrowing Owls, dig…
Prairie Dog Posse
These amazing rodents are landscapers, gardeners, as well as tasty snacks. Integral to our ecosystem, yet in peril, the prairie dog is a misunderstood marvel.