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37 - Caching Food for the Cold Season
37 - Caching Food for the Cold Season
In this episode, I explore the fascinating ways animals prepare for winter by caching food. From the highly strategic food-stashing behaviors of squirrels and chipmunks to the intelligence of crows and the torpor habits of small mammals, we’ll dive into how these creatures store food and navigate winter’s challenges. I discuss Bernd Heinrich’s research on animal caching, drawing from his book Winter World, and share personal observations of animals in her own backyard.
Birds and Caching Behavior: Many birds store food, with species like nuthatches…
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