Golden Gumnuts and the Suspicious Earwax Substance
About this episode
The episode discusses the growth of gumnuts, extinction rates in Western Australia, and how to care for pet parrots with suitable plants.
On today's show: Are my gumnuts growing gold? Earwax?! Or a third, slightly more plausible option? Break out the cone of shame for Western Australia — our extinction rates are some of the worst in the WORLD. Sab suggests some ways you can help. What plants can I grow that will provide good food for my pet parrot? Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen. Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on 102.5 ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.
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