Echidna Heat Regulation w/ Christine Cooper: January 19, 2023

New research from Curtin University over in Perth has recently been released, taking a look at the heat regulation that takes place in west Australian echidnas. 

Doctor Christine Cooper and her team utilised thermal vision to discover how echidnas deal with the strong heat present in the region. 

Their methods are very unique, often utilising the complex tasks of blowing snot bubbles and doing belly flops to keep cool.

It’s currently uncertain whether or not these methods would work for humans. 

Liam had a chat with Dr Cooper to learn more about her research and echidnas in general.