Southern Wonder

In "Southern Wonder," R. Scot Duncan reveals Alabama's extraordinary biodiversity, highlighting its 4,533 species supported by sixty-four unique ecological systems. Despite the state's rich natural heritage, its importance remains underappreciated, even among locals. This engaging overview invites listeners on a journey through Alabama's diverse landscapes, introducing remarkable species like the cave salamander and the beach mouse, while also weaving together insights from ecology, evolution, meteorology, and geology to advocate for the preservation of this vital environment.