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True stories of the most extreme wild animal attacks ever documented, told and explained by Wes Larson, a wildlife biologist and animal behavior expert. Wes is joined by his brother Jeff and their mutual friend Mike, and in each episode the three pour over the details of animals attacks and explain how listeners can avoid these kinds of dangerous encounters, and learn a new appreciation for the wild things of the world

Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks Tooth & Claw

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True stories of the most extreme wild animal attacks ever documented, told and explained by Wes Larson, a wildlife biologist and animal behavior expert. Wes is joined by his brother Jeff and their mutual friend Mike, and in each episode the three pour over the details of animals attacks and explain how listeners can avoid these kinds of dangerous encounters, and learn a new appreciation for the wild things of the world

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    Mako Shark Attack - Shark Encounters in the Bloody Red Sea

    Mako Shark Attack - Shark Encounters in the Bloody Red Sea

    Wes shares three different violent encounters that humans have had with mako sharks, and then gets into some interesting biological info about the world's fastest shark.
    Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/MXA9of5KvHo
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    For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: 
    Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast
    Twitter: @ToothandClawPod
    Wes: @GrizKid
    Jeff: @jefe_larson
    Mike: @mikey3ds
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    • 1 hr 18 min
    The Tigers of Korea

    The Tigers of Korea

    Before the country was divided by war, Korea was inhabited by the world's largest tigers. Most feared these big cats, but some chose to hunt them.

    Articles written by Robert Neff:

    History: When Tigers Roamed the Korean Mines - https://10mag.com/history-tiger-roamed-korea/

    The Tiger Hunters - https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/opinion/2024/04/137_276925.html

    Tigers in Wonsan - https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/opinion/2024/04/715_336165.html
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    Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Alligator Attack - Diving for Megalodon Teeth in Gator Country

    Alligator Attack - Diving for Megalodon Teeth in Gator Country

    What began as a routine dive to search for megalodon teeth on the bottom of a South Carolina river turned into a desperate, oxygen-deprived fight to survive for Will Georgitis.
    Here's the gofundme link if you are interested in helping Will out!
    https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-williams-recovery-from-alligator-attack
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    For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: 
    Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast
    Twitter: @ToothandClawPod
    Wes: @GrizKid
    Jeff: @jefe_larson
    Mike: @mikey3ds
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    • 1 hr 28 min
    The NFL Animal Draft - The Portland Red River Hogs vs. The Fargo Aliens

    The NFL Animal Draft - The Portland Red River Hogs vs. The Fargo Aliens

    Seeing as its the week of the NFL draft, Jeff and Mike decide to draft an American Football team of their own using animals. Using logic only infrequently, they select an animal for each position on the field, for the head coach, and then choose the city they'll be representing.

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    Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts.

    For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social:

    Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast

    Twitter: @ToothandClawPod

    Wes: @GrizKid

    Jeff: @jefe_larson

    Mike: @mikey3ds

    The Worst First Camping Trip: A Brand New Dad, a Baby, and a Black Bear

    The Worst First Camping Trip: A Brand New Dad, a Baby, and a Black Bear

    Peter Baca's first camping trip began like a dream, but quickly turned into a nightmare when a black bear crashed his camp site. Thus began a fight not only for his own life, but for his family's as well.
    Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/9FBcwEeTvXI
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    Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts.
    For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: 
    Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast
    Twitter: @ToothandClawPod
    Wes: @GrizKid
    Jeff: @jefe_larson
    Mike: @mikey3ds
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Japan and the Robot Monster Wolf

    Japan and the Robot Monster Wolf

    Mike talks about a cool new way Japan is trying to protect its citizens from bear encounters, and then covers a handful of other unique animal deterrents that are being employed around the world.

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/URScHVmOnI0

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    Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts.
    For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: 
    Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast
    Twitter: @ToothandClawPod
    Wes: @GrizKid
    Jeff: @jefe_larson
    Mike: @mikey3ds

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
4.3K Ratings

4.3K Ratings

Brianna-Tripoli ,

Love these guys!

Great banter with informative info! The only thing I wish for everyday before I go to sleep is that they would just answer my question. 🥺😭…….. 😏🤞

b!linda c@rslie ,

MT2324

Funny and educational!!

MEA2010 ,

Myriam GP

I discovered T & C via the podcast National Park After Dark and I love it! I have learned so much on what to NOT do in case of any animal attack. It even got the teenager in my house stamp of approval!!

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