Dr. Bob and Dr. Aimee Thomas dive into the prehistoric world of the alligator gar, a true living fossil that has roamed North America's waters for over 100 million years. With its armor-like ganoid scales, air-breathing swim bladder, and ambush predator instincts, this ancient giant has remained virtually unchanged since the age of the dinosaurs. But despite its primeval legacy, the alligator gar is often misunderstood and even maligned. Join us as we uncover the fascinating evolution, ecological role, and conservation challenges of this Jurassic-era relic.
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Hosts: Dr. Robert Thomas and Dr. Aimée Thomas
Produced by Emma Reid
Intern Shelby Perkins
Intro Music composition by Hunter Wainwright