Seabirds reveal the health of the Southern Ocean. British Antarctic Survey seabird ecologist Dr. Richard Phillips introduces the albatrosses and petrels that travel across Antarctic and sub-Antarctic waters. He explains their roles in marine ecosystems, what long-term monitoring of their populations and behavior can reveal, and why scientists use seabirds as environmental indicators. The conversation also examines major threats, including fisheries bycatch, invasive species, disease, and climate change, along with conservation measures that have produced real improvements. Discover why protecting Antarctic seabirds requires action both on remote islands and far beyond the polar region.
Episode Guest: Dr. Richard Phillips
Browse Dr. Phillip’s publications on Research Gate
Dr. Phillip’s projects at the BAS
Giant Petrels: Heroes or Villains on YouTube
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Hosted, produced, written, and edited by Clark Marchese
Cover art and PFM logo by Laurel Wong.
Theme music by Nela Ruiz
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