#954 - Justin Brown
Justin Brown is a biologist who leads coyote field research for Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area Family Friendly
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Key Takeaways
Coyotes thrive in urban settings due to their omnivorous diet.
Understanding their diet helps mitigate human-wildlife conflicts.
Public perception of coyotes often leads to fear and misconceptions.
Changing perceptions can lead to better coexistence strategies.
Coyotes can understand traffic signals, displaying advanced problem-solving skills.
This insight highlights their adaptability to human-dominated landscapes.
The discussion on coyote behavior challenges common perceptions of wildlife.
Understanding these behaviors can lead to better coexistence strategies with urban wildlife.
Mountain lions help control deer populations in urban settings.
This highlights the ecological balance maintained by predators in urban parks.
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Episode Timestamps
Coyote Adaptation in Urban Environments Explored
- Coyotes have adapted to living in urban areas like Los Angeles.
- People's relationships with coyotes are often complex and misunderstood.
- Research is ongoing to understand coyote behavior and their ecological impact.
Coyote Intelligence and Urban Adaptation Explored in Discussion
- Coyotes exhibit remarkable intelligence and adapt well to urban environments.
- Discussion included specific examples of coyotes interacting with humans and pets.
- The presence of coyotes in urban areas has increased significantly over recent years.
Mountain Lions and Human Interaction in Urban Areas
- Mountain lions in Griffith Park self-regulate their populations through competition.
- Concerns arise over human interactions with mountain lions and their impact on urban areas.
- The presence of mountain lions affects local wildlife and raises safety questions.
Urban Wildlife Interactions: Challenges and Insights
- Urban wildlife, especially coyotes, face challenges in coexistence with humans.
- Feeding practices inadvertently attract wildlife, leading to increased human-animal conflicts.
- Collaring animals helps track their health and behaviors, providing valuable data.
Exploring the Urban Coyote Population and Its Ecological Impact
- Coyotes are successfully adapting to urban environments across North America.
- Feeding wildlife can lead to increased coyote populations and human-animal conflicts.
- Understanding disease transmission between wild and domestic animals is crucial for public health.
Coyotes Adaptability and Urban Encounters Explored
- Coyotes demonstrate remarkable adaptability to urban environments and human interaction.
- Scientific data collection helps understand coyote behavior and population dynamics.
- Urban coyote encounters sometimes lead to conflicts, including bites and habituation.
Discussion on Wildlife Management and Environmental Impact
- Wildlife overpasses are proposed to protect animal populations from urban development.
- Collaring animals helps understand their movement and impact on genetic diversity.
- Mountain lion populations show the balance between hunting and deer population control.
Exploring Deer Darting Techniques and Conservation Efforts
- Discussion on the use of air-powered darts for deer drug administration.
- Importance of adjusting pressure for accurate darting over distance.
- Efforts in wildlife conservation and tracking deer movement patterns.
Red-legged frogs and ecological complexities explored in conversation
- Reintroducing red-legged frogs can enhance local ecosystems and biodiversity.
- Toxic rat poisons significantly impact wildlife, causing a ripple effect in ecosystems.
- The discussion highlights the importance of understanding ecological interactions and solutions.
Urban Wildlife: The Adaptability of Rats and Coyotes
- Rats and coyotes thrive in urban environments, showcasing remarkable adaptability.
- Efforts are underway to raise funds for wildlife protection initiatives.
- Urban development poses significant challenges to wildlife connectivity and habitat preservation.
Exploring Urban Wildlife and Its Fascinating Predators
- Discussion highlights the surprising presence of wildlife in urban areas.
- Possums and hawks are among the discussed predators in neighborhoods.
- Great horned owls are noted for their impressive size and predatory behavior.
People Mentioned
Dan Flores
Wildlife Historian, Author, Wildlife expert
Justin Brown
Wildlife Biologist
Unnamed Speaker
Wildlife expert/enthusiast, Wildlife enthusiast, Animal Behavior Expert
Ian McCall
UFC fighter, Farm owner
Jeff
Wildlife expert
Dan Flora
Wildlife researcher
Unidentified Speaker
Wildlife Researcher
Places Mentioned
Los Angeles
Urban Area
Burbank
Urban Area
Griffith Park
Urban Park
Santa Monica Mountains
Mountain range
Hawaii
U.S. State
New York
City
Chicago
City
Toronto
City
Yosemite
National Park
LA
City
Orange County
County
Liberty Canyon
Proposed wildlife overpass location
Tahoe Ranch
Large ranch with diverse wildlife
Cal State Bakersfield
Educational Institution
Books Mentioned
Coyote America
Dan Flores
Dan Flores' book
Dan Flores
Notable Quotes
"mean, they've amazing. I've working almost 15 years, actually little bit I've seen amazing things."
Discussing his fascination with coyotes and their adaptability.
"People cannot get comfortable idea medium-sized predator urban environments."
Addressing the public's fear of coyotes in cities.
"They're smart though, man. They're really clever."
Discussing the intelligence of coyotes.
"I've heard coyotes understand traffic lights now."
Mentioning the advanced adaptability of coyotes to urban settings.
"Mountain lions, kind of self-regulate. Big males usually kill smaller males."
Discussing mountain lion behavior and population control.