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Published Jul 5, 2024

Two Whats?! And A Wow! - ZOO Whats?! And A Wow! (7/5/24)

Dive into animal wonders with Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they unravel the quirky digestive habits of sloths, color-shifting Amazon dolphins, and marsupial marvels, while teasing a behind-the-scenes peek at their exciting 'Make it Wow' live show.
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  • Marsupials

    Marsupials are fascinating creatures, distinct from other mammals due to their unique reproductive process. explains that marsupials give birth to underdeveloped offspring, which they then carry in pouches until the babies are fully developed 1. This characteristic is exemplified by animals like kangaroos and koalas, which are often mistakenly called bears due to their appearance 2.

    Koala bears aren't bears, but marsupials. They're not even bears.

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    adds a playful twist, challenging listeners to identify signs of animal presence in their surroundings, encouraging a deeper connection with nature 1.

       

    Koalas

    The common misconception that koalas are bears is addressed humorously by and . Despite their name, koalas are marsupials, not bears, a fact that surprises many due to their bear-like appearance 2. This confusion is likened to other misleading names, such as pineapples, which are neither pines nor apples.

    You're telling me that koalas aren't bears, but it's in their name, koala bear?

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    This playful exchange highlights the importance of questioning assumptions and exploring the true nature of animals.

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