The Great Seal Count
<p>How do you count the cutest seals on the planet? With the help from thousands of people around the world! Conservation scientist Leo Salas explains the story behind the first-ever global count of Weddell seals in Antarctica. Plus, you’ll find out what counting seals shares with searching for ancient tombs!</p> <p>Learn more about Weddell seals in our special bonus episode with Dr. Leo Salas, available to Tumble Patrons who pledge just $1 or more a month - along with an ad-free episode feed! Support us today at <a href="//patreon.com/tumblepodcast">patreon.com/tumblepodcast</a>.</p> <p>We’ll have free resources to learn more about Weddell seals (or the ‘widdle Weddells’) on the blog on our website, <a href="https://www.sciencepodcastforkids.com/single-post/the-great-seal-count">sciencepodcastforkids.com.</a></p> <p>Do you speak Spanish, or are you a Spanish language learner? Subscribe to <a href="https://anchor.fm/tumbleenespanol" target="_blank">Tumble En Español</a> to listen to episodes adapted to Spanish! The podcast relaunches on January 28.</p> <p>Weddell seal recordings in this episode were obtained under NMFS Permit No. 1032-1917.</p>