The Predictive Power of Panda Pee

Not Another Science Podcast

Are giant pandas really just too lazy to breed?

To kick off season six, new hosts Kelsey and Katie are joined by Dr Kirsten Wilson, who has spent her PhD studying panda reproduction with the aim to unlock the predictive power of their pee.

Marking the departure of the panda pair at Edinburgh Zoo, we delve into the quirky biology of these cute and charismatic bears, and get an insight into why it's so difficult to tell whether or not a panda is pregnant.

Join us as we discuss their celebrity status as conservation icons, how their pee is collected from the enclosure floor, their ruthless approach to resources while pregnant, and, above all, learn lessons from their ultimate priorities in life: eating and sleeping.

You can find out more about Kirsten’s research here and follow her on Twitter @KirstenW1234.

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