239: Vampire Finches

November 29, 2022 00:08:47
239: Vampire Finches
Brain Junk
239: Vampire Finches

Nov 29 2022 | 00:08:47

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Hosted By

Trace Kerr Amy Barton

Show Notes

In 1964 researchers discovered the sharp beaked ground finch aka the vampire finch. FOR REAL!!! These finches have adapted to long hot dry seasons by drinking blood.

Take a look at these blood thirsty birbs on Galapagosislands.com

National Geographic vid of the Vampires in action! Not for the faint of heart!

In case you wanted to give it a listen: Ologies Vampire episode with Dr. Jeff Holdeman

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