This week on The Naturalist, Bernie Wides & Carol Butler continue their conversation on zoos and animal conservation. On Part 2 of their zoo special, they explore some of the less than ideal zoos across the world, including roadside operations and Chinese sport zoos.

The Naturalist returns to the airwaves after a short break, and Carol A. Butler recaps her wonderful Winter NY Cruise. Tune in and learn more about the hidden natural world of New York City including some fun facts about seals and cormorants.

Bernie & Carol talk about insect and animal behavior, especially all the unique and peculiar ways insects have found to breathe. Tune in to get an update on a disease affecting North American bats.

This week, Bernie Wides is joined by Carol A. Butler, author of Do Hummingbirds Hum? They discuss the pollination techniques of the hummingbird and share some interesting facts about the tiny bird.