Have you ever been to Medicine Hat?
I, Sir David Fattenborough, was born there.
My sole purpose is to uncover the mysteries
of the Natural World.
Join me as we strap on our anchovy hats and
set sail for adventure.
Chapter 1: the Caterpillar: friend, or food?
When I was a little girl, mother used to come
home smelling of brandy and daddy was the
postman.
But if I ever went to bed hungry, I knew I
could snack on silkworms from the garden.
For my silkworm and garlic bruschetta recipe,
please see my blog link in the description.
Caterpillars are not only delicious, they
are also misunderstood.
This is because most people focus on their
prettier, post-chrysalis stage: the Pigeon.
This incroyable insect is valued for its lovely
plumage, a soft grey reminding me of the clouds
over my hometown of Medicine Hat.
Pigeons also hunt in teams, much like dolphins,
or tapeworms.
If you find yourself targeted by a pigeon,
you will most likely die.
Pigeons are also unable to feel fear - making
them pretty cool, if you ask me.
They wouldn't call the cops if you did a little
weed at a party.
Anyway. for my pigeon and garlic bruschetta
recipe, please see my blog link in description.
Chapter 2: Mammals.
Planet Earth is the only planet in our solar
system with nipples.
Scientists believe that Mars - with its vast
frozen underground lakes - could have once
held the potential for nipples, but I've seen
the evidence and was very disappointed and
remained un-aroused.
Anyway.
mammals such as frogs, chimpanzees and the
common human can all be identified by their
nipples.
I myself have only one nipple, as I lost my
other while in the Arctic.
It was bitten off by a hungry penguin named
Bethany.
Could Bethany now be considered a mammal,
because she has consumed my nipple?
Popular science says no, but I say it's a
compelling argument for evolution.
Epilogue: The Natural World
If our planet is to survive into the future,
we need to set a few things right.
Recycling is good.
Science is good.
Getting jiggy on the regular is pretty good
too.
The Natural World is full of life, bursting
with wonder and flavor.
It is up to you, dear listener, to make the
most of it.
Peace out.
