Nature Wars




The Animal House | WAMU 88.5 show

Summary: Fatal auto accidents involving wildlife and humans happen thousands of times a day. Tens of thousands of fish and marine mammals die every year in areas of public recreation. Are we in the midst of a cohabitation crisis? Acclaimed journalist Jim Sterba relays a slightly less than apocalyptic view of the colliding interests of humans and wildlife, which is also the thesis of his new book, "Nature Wars: The Incredible Story of How Wildlife Comebacks Have Turned Backyards Into Battlegrounds." We also speak with John Gary of Oklahoma City Animal Welfare about the efforts to care for pets and wildlife in the aftermath of the devastating tornado that hit his state. Music: “Animal Dreams” by Bob James; “Slipstream” – Bela Fleck