Chris and Angie delve into the fascinating world of the European turtle dove. The discussion covers the dove's symbolic connection to peace and love, its historical significance in the story of Noah's Ark, and its plight in the modern world, where populations have drastically declined due to habitat loss and hunting. They detail the turtle dove's migratory patterns, recent conservation efforts to protect the species, and the importance of such work for maintaining biodiversity. Additionally, the episode touches on ancient flood myths across various cultures and how these stories continue to influence contemporary conservation initiatives.You can learn more about the Frozen Ark Project HEREPodcast Timeline00:00 Introduction to the Creatures Podcast00:29 The Symbolism of Doves01:07 Noah's Ark and Its Cultural Impact03:16 Conservation Issues of the European Turtle Dove05:48 Description and Characteristics of the European Turtle Dove10:17 The Importance of Birds in Ecosystems18:53 The Story of Noah's Ark Across Cultures27:03 Modern Conservation Efforts Inspired by Noah's Ark30:41 Evolution and Classification of Doves and Pigeons32:03 Flamingos, Storks, and the Dodo Bird32:35 The Dodo Bird's Evolutionary Journey33:21 Extinct Animals and Future Podcasts33:50 Doves and Pigeons Around the World35:27 The Fascinating Migration of Birds37:00 European Turtle Dove's Lifespan and Behavior44:07 The Digestive System of Birds52:53 Courtship and Nesting of European Turtle Doves59:03 Conservation Efforts and Final Thoughts-------------------------------------------------------------Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE.We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife.Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.comif you would like to advertise on our podcastYou can also visit our website HERE.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices