What the Hell is a Species? (Ep. 74)

<p>We’ve been talking about branches on the Tree of Life for weeks now, so I figured it was time to talk about what a species even is. And what the hell does it have to do with conservation? Why does it matter if there is one species of River dolphins in the river basins of Brazil or three? Why do we care how many species of humpback dolphins there are in the world—especially if you need genetics to distinguish them?</p> <p> </p> <p>Full show notes, references, and transcript: <a href='https://katehildenbrand.com/episode/what-the-hell-is-a-species/'>https://katehildenbrand.com/episode/what-the-hell-is-a-species/</a> ===SUPPORT=== To keep this channel advertising-free, become a Patreon supporter, make a one-time contribution, or donate products I need. <a href='https://www.patreon.com/katehildenbrand'>https://www.patreon.com/katehildenbrand</a> <a href='https://www.buymeacoffee.com/katehildenbrand'>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/katehildenbrand</a> <a href='https://www.amazon.de/hz/wishlist/ls/19JZ2YTTE12B?ref_=wl_share'>https://www.amazon.de/hz/wishlist/ls/19JZ2YTTE12B?ref_=wl_share</a> Your support is what makes this podcast possible. Thank you! More details: <a href='https://katehildenbrand.com/support/'>https://katehildenbrand.com/support/</a> </p>